Past OCA-NJ Events – 2025 – OCA ADVOCATE

2025 Chinese Wellness Day
Photos courtesy of the Center for Asian Health, John O'Boyle & Derek Lee

: 6/8/25 Photo by John O’Boyle

: Photo by Center for Asian Health

: Photo by Derek Lee

: Photo by Derek Lee

: 6/8/25 Photo by John O’Boyle

: Photo by Derek Lee

June 8, 2025 - This year marks the 8th annual Chinese Wellness Day hosted by the Center for Asian Health. Held at the RWJBarnabas Health Ambulatory Center in Livingston, NJ, the Chinese Wellness Day aims to provide health education, screenings, and resources to the Chinese community. It also emphasizes preventative care and a holistic approach to well-being in the Chinese community. There were physician presentations, a meet the physicians session, and free health screenings. Many health professionals, medical companies and organizations supported this event by sponsoring vendors' tables at the event. This year’s event was a huge success with an estimated 350 people in attendance and over 500 health screenings performed, thus emphasizing this vital community outreach effort.

Stronger Together: Celebrating Asian American Heritage & Mental Health MONTH
In honor of May, which marks both Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month
and Mental Health Awareness Month, the four OCA chapters (LI, NJ, NY, WHV) and the Chinese
Adoptee Alliance (CAA) have partnered to host a series of free virtual workshops focused on
mental health and identity.
Research shows that AAPI individuals face disparities in mental health treatment, including
lower rates of seeking help compared to other groups. Cultural factors—such as stigma and the
lack of culturally competent care—often create barriers to accessing support.
These workshops aim to reduce stigma around mental health and expand access to culturally
relevant resources for our AAPI communities.

Proud supporters of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness Month: The OCA Sister Chapters and CAA

ANNUAL SUMMER FAMILY PICNIC

Hosted by THE OCA-NEW JERSEY CHAPTER

Come Join OCA families for a day of fun – a great way to stay connected and meet other families in the area.
All families welcome!

VAN SAUN COUNTY PARK – PAVILION C *
Parking in Area P1, P2 and P3 (adjacent to the Bergen County Zoo and Carousel)
216 FOREST AVENUE, PARAMUS, NJ 07652
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2025
11:00am – 4:00 pm
(rain or shine – we have a covered pavilion)
Bring a dish to share with 8 People

The event is open to all current OCA Members at no cost, $10 for non-members. Registration includes admission to The Zoo, Train Ride and Carousel. Registration is Required for All.
Deadline to Register: September 20
RSPV’s received after this date may not be applicable to the above amenities.

This year’s theme, “Passage to Seattle: From AYPE 1909 to AANHPI Rising 2025,” reflects our commitment to empowering the next generation of leaders while recognizing the pivotal role college campuses, like the University of Washington, have played in historic civil rights movements.

Co-hosted with OCA-Greater Seattle, the conference featured interactive workshops, thought-provoking discussions, and engaging activities for students, professionals, thought leaders, and community members.

https://www.ocanationalconvention.org