SACSS Continues New Jersey Outreach to Connect Underserved with Essential Services
Ramandeep Kaur, Program Manager, and Manisha Adhikari, Program Manager, talking to clients. On July 25, the South Asian Council for Social Services (SACSS) hosted a day-long community outreach event in
A conversation with SYLP participants: Ishani and Nimratpreet
After a memorable first experience in the summer of 2025, Ishani and Nimratpreet, both 14 years old, have returned to the SACSS Summer Youth Leadership Program (SYLP) in 2026. Led
SACSS Joins Gloria Steinem for an Intimate Conversation on Women’s Economic Power
When entrepreneur Deepti Sharma received an invitation to join a private Talking Circle at the home of feminist icon Gloria Steinem, she extended that invitation to the South Asian Council
SACSS Joins NYC Council’s “We The City: Poetry in the Park” to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary
On June 25, SACSS participated in We The City: Poetry in the Park, a special New York City Council event held at City Hall Park to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary.
Sudha Acharya Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award for Social Advocacy
Sudha Acharya, Founder and Executive Director of the South Asian Council for Social Services (SACSS), received the Lifetime Achievement Award in Social Advocacy from the IndoAmerican Press Club (IAPC) during
SACSS Director Mary Archana Fernandez Receives Citation of Honor from Queens Borough President
SACSS is proud to celebrate the recognition of Mary Archana Fernandez, Director of Family Support Services, who was awarded a Citation of Honor by Queens Borough President Donovan Richards at
Supporting Maternal Health and Wellness at SACSS
In partnership with United Way of New York, SACSS hosted a Connect2Care Lunch&Learn workshop on “Navigating Postpartum Depression and Mental Health” with Dr. Noel Manyindo,along with SACSS Senior Manager Maria
Exploring Identity and Belonging During AANHPI Heritage Month at SACSS
In celebration of AANHPI Heritage Month this May, SACSS Senior Manager Nushmia Shafique facilitated a meaningful and interactive session with participants of Wednesday for Women, centered on identity, culture, and
SACSS Champions Support for AAPI Communities
For multiple years, SACSS staff and clients have proudly participated in the 18% & Growing Campaign, led by Coalition for Asian American Children and Families (CACF), to raise awareness about
Building Safer Communities Together: Join Our 2026 Self-Defense Training
SACSS is continuing its spring tradition of hosting self-defense classes in collaboration with the Hope Against Hate Campaign, led by the Asian American Federation and the NYC Office for the