CSAUS is a national non-profit of Chinese language education and has been effectively promoting operational coordination as well as exchange between its member schools. It also maintains close contact with major Chinese language educational organizations in China.
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The History
During the latter half of the 19th century, Chinese associations began to develop a variety of activities. These ranged from social, cultural and women’s groups to civic organizations. These were established to address the various issues faced by Chinatown residents. They were also a source of agitation against discriminatory legislation like segregated schools, laundry licensing fees, and the prohibiting intermarriage with whites.
These organizations became known as the
During the early years, the Association aimed to improve its community by promoting education, cultural appreciation and mutual respect for all. This was accomplished through picnics, dances, sporting events and pageants. This was a precursor to the work that the Association does today. The Association continues to support the community and its cultural needs through community service. The Association also supports a social environment for all students at the university.
The Mission
The mission of the Chinese Association is to support community members and the general public in the area of social service, cultural exchange, and community building. This is accomplished through a variety of events and programs that include language classes, dance groups, chorus, and an annual arts festival.
Originally, the China Association served as an intermediary between local Anglo-Chinese business and the Foreign Office in London, representing commercial grievances to ensure British trade interests would remain intact. This was a critical function during the post-World War II period in the wake of the Communist advance across China and the subsequent revocation of British concessions.
NACA continues in the tradition of this important work by promoting and strengthening mutual respect, appreciation and understanding between Chinese Americans and their American neighbors. NACA also serves as a bridge between China and America by hosting and supporting delegations that bring together officials from both countries. Currently, NACA is working to promote educational, cultural, and business exchanges between the United States and China.
The Vision
The Association is dedicated to promoting and supporting Chinese American education, community engagement, intercultural understanding, and public service. Whether advocating for educational excellence in local schools, supporting the re-establishment of a Chinatown campus in San Francisco, or educating the public on issues related to human rights and the environment, the Association has played an important role in preserving the legacy of Chinese America.
The vision of building a global community of shared future reflects the broad common aspiration of people across the world in pursuit of peace, development, and stability, and transcends outdated mindsets such as zero-sum game and power politics. It embodies China’s fine diplomatic traditions and a wealth of wisdom and values that make the country stand out among all other civilizations.
Achieving this vision requires the active participation of all countries, regions and their peoples. Despite differences in geographical location, history, culture, social system, size of economy and development stage, all countries should abide by this core concept and work together for win-win results.
The Members
The CCBA members are all professionals, scientists, teachers and scholars from various fields. Most of the members have advanced degrees in science and technology, education, business, law, medicine and arts.
In early years, the CCBA ran a Chinese school and held banquets and sports events for the community. The Association was non-profit and relied on donations to cover operating costs and fund other activities.
The standing committee system was designed to address the functions of local people’s congresses that were previously left to individual benevolent associations, such as convening local people’s congresses and keeping in touch with grass roots and deputies; supervising, inspecting, appointing and removing local administrative and judicial personnel; and preparing for elections of local deputies to higher people’s congresses.
The Standing Committees are also experimenting with ways to increase transparency by making public the schedule and format of their hearings. This is in addition to a broader effort to improve the public participation in the draft laws themselves.