Bolstering the Front Line: Grassroots Organizations’ Role in Women’s Economic Empowerment
On March 13, as part of the ongoing 2024 UN CSW 68 (Commission on Status of Women) the All India Women’s Conference (AIWC), the NGO Committee on Human Rights, NY
SACSS Executive Director Sudha Acharya Receives Power Women of Queens Icon Award
On the eve of Women’s History Month, SACSS Executive Director Sudha Acharya was honored as a Power Women of Queens Icon by Schneps Media on Feb. 29. Organized by Schneps
SACSS hosts vaccine clinic bringing COVID & Flu shots to Flushing community
SACSS, in partnership with Public Health Solutions, Apicha Community Health Center, and the National Council on Aging (NCOA), hosted a successful pop-up clinic on Feb. 29 to bring the latest
Breaking Barriers: How SACSS Computer Class Empowers Students for Job Success
SACSS understands how critical computer literacy skills are to help immigrants find a job, use the internet for work and school, handle finances, and other tasks that require digital skills
Restoring Hope: SACSS provides assistance for stolen SNAP benefits
As millions of dollars of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits are being stolen, SACSS has helped 20 clients this month who have been victims of fraud theft and are
‘The language of opportunity’: SACSS class helps immigrants learn English to achieve their education, career goals.
In January, we were delighted to welcome 16 students to our English Beginner’s class. Every Monday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon, they learn the basics of the language
What you need to know: Raising public awareness about NYC Care Program
On Thursday, Feb. 8, the SACSS Healthcare team met with NYC Care Assistant Director of Community Affairs Janine Marie-Rafio for a discussion about how the program has been essential in helping
Whitestone church members lend a helping hand at SACSS Food Pantry
When Bryan Estranero, a licensed life insurance agent and investment coach, walked into the SACSS Community Center to conduct outreach regarding financial services, he saw a memo about the SACSS
Bank of America volunteers support SACSS Food Pantry
Rain or shine, Bank of America volunteers are helping to make a difference in their communities. On Jan. 25, 10 Bank of America volunteers visited the SACSS food pantry, where
SACSS Women’s Wellness Circle Aims to Improve Women’s Health
Since its launch in October 2023, SACSS’ new program, Wednesdays for Women, has received a positive response from women who are learning to prioritize their health and wellbeing. Every Wednesday