In November 2023, UCA WAVES registered as an independent 501c3 non-profit organization in the state of North Carolina. UCA WAVES is a youth mental health collaborative that seeks to provide support among Asian American families. Asian American youth often suffer “silently” with stress, social isolation, cultural expectations, identity issues, and low mental health literacy. These are only some of the barriers that stand in the way of getting help. In response, we as a community are here to stand together and work towards Wellness, Advocacy, Voices, Education, and Support (WAVES).
Whether as a volunteer or a sponsor, please consider joining us in this mission. Every dollar given goes directly to our life-changing programs!
Other Way to Donate to WAVES
(Please indicate “WAVES” when you make donation online)
Check
Make check payable to UCA WAVES and mail the check to: PO BOX 852, APEX, NC 27502-9998. Please write your Name and Email on the memo line of your check.
You can also donate via Zelle to treasurer@ucawaves.org.
Questions? Contact us at info@ucawaves.org!
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When you volunteer with United Chinese Americans, you are part of a team that helps make a difference in the lives of many. Our volunteers play an important role in the organization and work collectively to achieve our mission. Regardless of your experience or background, we welcome everyone who is passionate about helping the Chinese American community. Please fill out the volunteer application and let us know how you would like to get involved.
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WAVES Village is a WeChat Group peer-support platform, part of UCA WAVES parent ambassador program . WAVES Village has a team of 50 volunteers serving the Chinese communities nationwide. We emphasize on listening nonjudgmentally and empowering through empathy with cultural considerations. We strive to:
- Provide a safe and open space for WAVES Villagers to share their experiences in their journey to promote mental health within families and communities.
- Promote public awareness of mental health and the cultural stigma.
- Build resilience in community.
- Engage, empower, connect, and grow as community members.
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The Mental Health First Aid Training Program aims to educate community members about mental health and boost their ability to prevent or handle crises, allowing them to become “mental health guardians” for themselves and their loved ones.
Managed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, this certification course equips attendees with skills to recognize and respond to crises and substance abuse symptoms. Successful participants earn a globally recognized “MHFA Certificate”.
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