UCA WAVES is proud to be part of the 2026 Chinese American Convention in Las Vegas, a landmark gathering bringing together Chinese American communities from across North America! Centered on the theme “Thriving Together: Shaping the Future of Chinese Americans,” this year’s convention is a powerful opportunity to connect, reflect, and build toward a stronger future together. At WAVES, our focus is on creating spaces where mental health, storytelling, and community come together. Throughout the convention, we will be leading and supporting a range of experiences designed for youth, parents, and families to engage in meaningful, culturally grounded conversations. Ready to register or want to learn more? Click the button below!

Submit Your Work!

The WAVES Mental Health Summit is now accepting abstract submissions for poster presentations. We welcome submissions featuring research, storytelling, creative expression, and community-based work that align with the mission of WAVES-Wellness through Advocacy, Voices, Education, and Support. We invite projects that explore, understand, and promote well-being among AAPI youth, families, and communities, particularly in the context of increasingly complex sociocultural and political environments. Submissions may address mental health directly or more broadly examine identity, community engagement, advocacy, and resilience. Merit Awards will be available for youth presenters (ages 15-24 years).

Scan the QR Code or click on the button below to register. Questions? Email info@ucawaves.org. We look forward to your submissions and to advancing conversations that uplift AAPI communities through WAVES in action!