February 2024

CPC Joins United Neighborhood Houses' State Lobby Days in Albany

On February 5th and 6th, CPC, led by President & CEO Wayne Ho and Chief Policy & Public Affairs Officer Carlyn Cowen, participated in United Neighborhood Houses' State Lobby Days in Albany. We collectively focused on advocating for increased funding for the Settlement House Program, securing cost-of-living adjustments for human services workers, and raising wages for home care workers.

Education and Career Services Hosts Lunar New Year-themed Teen Night

On February 7th, CPC Education and Career Services held a special Teen Night to celebrate the Year of the Dragon at CPC Beacon at IS 220. The evening included dumpling making, Chinese calligraphy, lantern painting, and plenty of food. This monthly event brings together students from CPC's Brooklyn high school programs for fun activities and friendship building.

CPC Advocates for Equity and Fair Pay at Annual Caucus Weekend

From February 16th to 18th, CPC attended the 53rd Annual Caucus Weekend in Albany to share our legislative and budget priorities, including the AAPI Equity Budget, Just Pay for human services, Fair Pay for Home Care workers, and other investments for our staff and community members. Our team spoke on panels, attended receptions, and connected with allies and elected officials.

CPC Holds 6th Annual State Advocacy Day in Albany

On February 27th, CPC held its 6th Annual State Advocacy Day in Albany, followed by a virtual event on February 28th. Over 350 staff and community members gathered in Albany for discussions with over 50 elected officials regarding budget and legislative priorities aligned with the needs of the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI), immigrant, and low-income communities. Key priorities highlighted include fully funding human services, investing in the AAPI Equity Budget, implementing a COLA for human services workers, increasing home care workers’ wages, and more.