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Vision Statement
To live in a world where inclusiveness is valued and equal opportunity and justice exist for all.
Mission Statement
The New Mexico Asian Family Center is a place for Asian immigrants and their families to share their concerns, to learn about their own and others’ cultures, to build supportive networks, and to increase self-sufficiency.
Values Statement
In fulfilling its vision and mission, the New Mexico Asian Family Center values and promotes: ▪Recognition and respect for cultural differences ▪Diverse family structures ▪Openness and acceptance of individual differences ▪Different art forms as media for increasing personal and cultural self-understanding ▪Multi-cultural and multi-lingual skills ▪The importance of personal knowledge and experience
The NM Asian family Center is a non-profit networking organization. The NM Asian Family Center (NMAFC) started in August, 2006.
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Calendar | July 2, Friday, 11:00 am, FREE (open to everybody). Dance & Music Recital of the participants of the Workshop on Ethnic Music and Dances from Southern Philippines, Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center, 501 Elizabeth SE. This is sponsored by the New Mexico Asian Family Center and partly funded by United Way in cooperation with the City of Albuquerque Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center. The purposes are to share Asian culture, specifically Philippines, and encourage self-esteem by performing at the end of the workshop. Workshop instructors: (Jenny DeBouzek and Tessie Greenfield), visit: http://kidstale-nm.com. |
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| June 21 to July 2, 2-week "Workshop on Ethnic Music and Dances from Southern Philippines," 9:30 to 10:30 am, Mon to Friday. read more |
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July 24, 2010, Saturday 10:00 AM - AAANM Executive Committee Meeting at Cesar Chavez Community Center, 7505 Kathryn SE (one block east of Louisiana Blvd. SE). |
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July 31, “Natya Svaruup: The Timeless Dance”, July 31, 2010 at the Rodey Theater (UNM), from 7-9pm. “Natya Svaruup” is a spectacular presentation of Bharatanatyam” One of the most celebrated traditional dance forms from India that has its roots going back to more than 2500 years. 20% of the proceeds will be donated to the Asian American Association of New Mexico for funding for the Asian Cultural Center. Ticets are $15 and $18 and are available at UNM Bookstore box office and online at unmtickets.com. Contact Lonika at LMajithia@salud.unm.edu or 505-688-1202; Anita Rao at anita.k.rao@gmail.com or 505-400-0881. Click here for flyer. |
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| August 28, 2010,Saturday 10:00 AM - AAANM Executive Committee Meeting at Cesar Chavez Community Center, 7505 Kathryn SE (one block east of Louisiana Blvd. SE). |
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| Sept. 19, Sun, 11:30 am, Bataan Park (see address above), Picnic/Potluck to celebrate the anniversary of the Filipino American National Historical Society Rio Grande Chapter. FREE. Please bring a dish. Contact Ester netambor@q.com |
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September 25, 2010, Saturday 10:00 AM - AAANM Board of Directors Meeting at Cesar Chavez Community Center, 7505 Kathryn SE (one block east of Louisiana Blvd. SE). |
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September 30, 2010, Thursday, Tee Times 8:00 to 2:00 PM - First Ever Annual Autumn Moon Golf Tournament sponsored by Asian American Association of New Mexico as fundraiser for the Asian American Cultural Center to be held at the Arroyo Del Oso Golf Course, 7000 Osuna Road NE. Volunteers needed—call Maida at (505) 903-0202 |
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Asian American Association of New Mexico’s 1st Annual Autumn Moon Golf Tournament Registration: 6:00 am | Shotgun Start: 8:00 am 
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Save The Date...
New Mexico Coalition Against Domestic Violence: 2010 I.D.E.A.S. Conference
Wednesday, September 15 & Thursday, September 16, 2010
At the Albuquerque Marriott Uptown
Featuring Nationally Renowned Speakers, Dynamic New Mexican Presenters and A Screening and Discussion of “Date Violence” featuring Emmy Award-Winning Producer Chris Schueler and Teen Panel! Questions? Email: NMCADV@KessJones.com
Meeting Announcement...  The United Way of Central New Mexico and the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce is announcing a meeting for service providers and participant organizations to learn more about LifeBridge, a life insurance program for income eligible families.
Date: Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Tim: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce, 1309 4th St. Albuquerque, NM 87104
Contact the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce and ask for Minerva Jurado at 505-842-900 for confirm your attendance.
New Mexico Asian Family Center can help you keep your resolution
Free Tobacco Cessation Programs are available in Asian Languages (Chinese, Japanese, Tagalog, and Vietnamese).
NMAFC has begun providing individual cessation counseling programs in other Asian languages, such as Chinese, Japanese, and Tagalog (Filipino) in addition to Vietnamese. Counseling in English is also available. The service is on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no fee for participation; however, the participants will be required to attend the full program of eight sessions and two follow-up interviews after counseling is completed. Participants will be able to have free nicotine patches, or other pharmacotherapy products. They will also be instructed on how to access their language at 1-800 QUIT NOW, New Mexico’s free tobacco helpline. Please sign up today.
Employment Opportunities Catholic Charities Job Posting JOB TITLE: Legal Intern DEPARTMENT: Immigration CLASSIFICATION: 22.5 hours per week, starting as early as July 2010. SUMMARY Assist Staff Attorney in tracking VAWA immigration cases for survivors of violence from the time of intake, to the gathering of supporting evidence, and getting cases ready for submission, including translations of supporting documentation. For details of job description click here. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ The Health Systems Bureau has two positions for hiring. The first is the Director of the Office of Primary Care and Rural Health, which closes July 7th, and the second is the Coordinator of the federally funded NM Dental Support Center, which closes July 4th. Please forward to any and all who may be interested! Please consider applying if you are interested. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Crisis Services Night AFAC Victim Advocate Job Title: Crisis Services Night AFAC Victim Advocate
Reports to: Crisis Services Manager
Hours: 40 hours/week/variable evenings and weekends required
Salary Range: $27,000-33,000 DOE, medical benefits available; paid leave; employer-sponsored retirement plan. Description: The Crisis Services Department of the RCCCNM is designed to effectively address and reduce the impact of sexual violence through our work with survivors of sexual violence. RCCCNM currently provides two 24 hour services, including a crisis hotline and medical advocacy including services for Spanish-speaking survivors. RCCCNM is an EEOE Send Resume, Cover Letter and 3 Professional or Academic References to Kate Davis, 9741 Candelaria Rd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 Or email kdavis@rapecrisiscnm.org. This position is opened until June 30, 2010. For a full description click here. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Midlevel Practice Generalist - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
(Posting #0804517) Click here for Position Summary or click on Job Postings tab. The Crime Victims Reparation Commission has anounced an opening for the position of Management Analyst. Click here for the application page. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 
FINANCE MANAGER. Progressive, community-based organization seeks socially-conscious individual. Bachelor's degree with emphasis in accounting, 5 years directly related experience required, preferably in non-profits. Responsible for general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, preparation of monthly financials, grant management, agency budget and human resources. Experience with accounting software, Word, Excel. Full time M-F, occasional evening, weekend hours may be required. www.rapecrisiscnm.org. For full job description. Send cover letter with resume and three professional references to Finance Mgr, Rape Crisis Center of Central NM, 9741 Candelaria Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112; e-mail to info@rapecrisiscnm.org or fax to 505-268-5046. RCCCNM is an EOE. http://www.rapecrisiscnm.org/ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ The Rape Crisis Center of Central New Mexico (RCCCNM) seeks an experienced, dynamic leader to serve as Executive Director of a nonprofit agency with an established reputation of over 37 years. Masters Degree preferred or equivalent experience in Public Administration, Business Administration, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field. Candidates must have 5 plus years supervisory and administrative management experience in a nonprofit setting, strong knowledge of sexual assault issues and the connection to other forms of oppression, worked in underserved communities for 3-5 years, and three to five years financial management experience. Demonstrated effectiveness of successfully obtaining grant funding. foundation proposals and other fundraising, working with federal, state and local funding sources and human resources management. Knowledge of strategic planning, program design and development. Strong media and community outreach skills. To apply: Send a cover letter describing relevant qualifications, experiences; resume; and three references to: Board of Directors, Attn: Job Search, Rape Crisis Center of Central New Mexico 9741 Candelaria N.E Albuquerque, N.M. 87112 or Email PDF Format only: Subject Line: RCCCNM Job Search at info@rapecrisiscnm.org Deadline for submission is July14, 2010.
Salary: $60,000 - $75,000 depending on experience. Medical/dental benefits.
Paid time off. NO Phone Calls. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~  Farmers’ Insurance is hiring, no experience necessary Farmers’ will provide all training needed. Bilingual in English and any Asian Language commonly spoken in Albuquerque is preferred, bicultural is a plus. If interested please contact: Ron Spradlin
5345 Wyoming Blvd NE Ste 108 ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87109-3193, 505-761-2500 (Office) 505-797-8787 (Fax), rspradlin1@farmersagent.com, http://www.farmersagent.com/rspradlin1
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HP is announcing openings for Inside sales Positions at the Rio Rancho, NM site. The company is looking to improve the Asian American population for the site. To search for these opportunities, visit www.hp.com/go/riorancho For more details of the job description click here for details.
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Would you like to be part of the New Mexico Asian Family Center? Get involved today. Click HERE to download the NMAFC Volunteer Application.
New Mexico Asian and Polynesian Groups and Organizations Click here for the Directory
The Center is partially funded by the NM Crime Victims Reparation Commission, with funds from the Office of Victims of Crime, US Dept. of Justice and the United Way.
Modest Needs Foundation, is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping hard-working individuals and families who find themselves faced with unexpected emergency expenses that have the potential to be catastrophic. Modest Needs’ maximum grant is $1,000.00. Rather than disburse their grants cash to individuals, Modest Needs makes its grants by remitting payment directly to a creditor on a successful applicant’s behalf. Founded by Dr. Keith P. Taylor as a “living tribute to human kindness,” this year the Modest Needs Foundation celebrates its 5th anniversary and millionth dollar donated.
Educational & Scholarship Opportunities The New Mexico Asian Family Center encourages you to visit these sites and explore opprtunities for Educational and Scholarship assistance: 
US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation 
College Scholarships for Asian Americans 
Asian Pacific Fund  Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund 
Horatio Alger National Scholarship Programs
Asian American Youth 
Our youth campaign against the dangers of tobacco use and our script writing workshops have contributed to four of our Asian American youth winning awards for "Talk Back to Big Tobacco" Script and TV Board Contest. Click here for article >> | |