Southeast Asian Coalition Of Central Massachusetts

The Southeast Asian Coalition is a not-for-profit organization that supports, promotes and advocates for the success of the Southeast Asians of Central Massachusetts in mainstream society.

Description:
The Southeast Asian Coalition will pursue its mission by:
Providing assistance in the area of educational and job training;
Providing economic, social, cultural and emotional support to area Southeast Asians in an effort to successfully integrate them into mainstream American society;
Cultivating connections and linkage between area Southeast Asians and the mainstream American community; and,
Supporting the cultural heritage of the many and various Southeast Asian cultures represented throughout the greater Worcester community.

History:
Founded in 1999 by a group of Southeast Asian students, the Southeast Asian Coalition was established to respond to the Southeast Asian (SEA) community's need for services, access to government services, and general advocacy. In the summer of 2002, the SEA coalition obtained funding from the City of Worcester and opened a Center located on Main Street. Since its opening, the SEA community has consistently and strongly identified with the Center, using it as a valuable resource and support center for all aspects of their lives. In September of 2002 Center became the first “Drop-In-Center” for the Southeast Asian community in Central Massachusetts.

Contact people:

Thuha Le, Executive Director, (508) 791-4373, (email) Andrew Le, Volunteer Coordinator, (508) 768-7592, (email) Richard Gallant, Program Coordinator, (508) 791-4373, (email)

Office fax number: (508) 459-5284

Address:

120 Chandler St. Worcester, MA 01609 (See a map)

Web Site: http://seacma.org/

Directions:

From City Hall, Main Street: 1. Head south on Main St toward Clark University 0.3 mi 2.Turn right at Chandler St/RT-122/RT-122A 0.3 m The Southeast Asian Coalition is on the left, next to Chandler St. Elementary School, and across from Beacon Auto Sales, near Newbury. . . (more)   Nearest Bus Stop: Chandler St, 1 min. Bus line is in front of building) minute walk

Miscellaneous Information

Are any opportunities appropriate for youth ages 18 or under? If yes, what age range?
	Yes, high school age is fine.

Last updated on March 10, 2009