We are excited to announce that CAA has returned to our Chinatown headquarters at 17 Walter U. Lum Place. After renovations to improve accessibility, modernize facilities, and upgrade the community room, we are returning to a space that will continue…

The Celebration of Justice is CAA’s largest annual fundraiser and brings together community leaders, activists, corporate supporters, and friends for a night of celebration and renewing our commitment to social justice. Over 400 guests attend this special event each year,…

The meeting will feature a moderated panel discussion featuring CAA staff and allies who are working at the leading edge of community issues and shifting the narrative on what it means to be Chinese American and Asian American. Featuring: Andrew…

As there are in the rest of the City, there are important issues facing San Francisco Chinatown. But too often Chinatown residents are not provided the same opportunities to participate in the elections and public policy decisions that affect their…

Advocating for fair and inclusive immigration reform, fighting to keep City College of San Francisco open, providing hundreds of newcomer immigrants with job assistance — these are a few of the activities that CAA has been busy with in the new year. Come…

CAA is pleased to co-present a fascinating documentary, 9-MAN, at this year’s CAAMFest. The film explores the gritty Chinese-only street-ball game that was born in the alleys and parking lots of local 1930s Chinatowns. The screening will be at…

Purchase Your Tickets After hosting generations of wedding banquets, family reunions, and community events for organizations like Chinese for Affirmative Action, the beloved Empress of China restaurant in San Francisco will be closing its doors at the end of next…

GENERAL INFOThe Celebration of Justice is CAA’s largest annual fundraiser and brings together community leaders, activists, corporate supporters, and friends for a night of celebration and renewing our commitment to social justice. Over 500 guests attend the Celebration of Justice…

Join Chinese for Affirmative Action and Chancellor Art Tyler for a conversation about City College of San Francisco and its future. Wednesday, February 19, 20146:15pm City College of San FranciscoChinatown North Beach CampusAnnex Building628 Washington Street, San Francisco RSVP is…

CAA is hosting a community event today at 5pm to support the nationwide Fast for Families campaign. Fast for Families started on November 12 in Washington DC where several community leaders ate no food to raise awareness of our broken…

Please join CAA in supporting Hyphen’s next release party to help raise funds and to celebrate the new Hyphen Issue 27: The Sex Issue. There will be a costume contest, prize drawings, live entertainment, and more! Hyphen’s 27th Issue Release…

Mr. Hyphen offers a unique opportunity to celebrate and highlight five outstanding Asian American men who are serving their community and devoted to a cause. Contestants will showcase their skills and charisma in three rounds: Talent, Style and Q&A to…