Mubing, a youth participant at BCNC, received the 2025 Youth Leader Award at the City of Boston Mayor’s Youth Summit. This award honors two Boston residents, ages 14 to 19, who demonstrate exceptional leadership among their peers and a strong commitment to civic engagement.
Read MoreBorn and raised in Dorchester, Danny Do was a participant at both the BCNC Acorn Center for Early Education and Care and Youth Program. He is currently completing his internal medicine residency at Cambridge Health Alliance and will continue his career as a primary care physician. His work focuses on providing care for and advocating on behalf of vulnerable populations, including those from low socioeconomic backgrounds, individuals with low health literacy, the homeless, and immigrant communities.
Read MoreMeet Fanny, a dedicated participant at BCNC with a remarkable journey. When Fanny first arrived in the U.S., English was entirely unfamiliar to her. Overcoming the daunting language barrier proved so challenging that she initially considered returning to China. Fanny eventually decided to return to the U.S. and came to BCNC for support. Let’s delve into her inspiring journey to America.
Read MoreYajun He attended the BCNC Youth Program ChiSL (Chinese Immigrant Student Leadership Program) when she immigrated to the U.S. 7 years ago at 19 years old from China. “BCNC actually taught me a lot and which helped me adjust to my new life in Boston,” shares Yajun.
Read MoreKelly Huang is BCNC’s newest Director of Youth Program. We’re excited to have Kelly join BCNC and the Youth Center team.
Read MoreGrace Su will be BCNC’s new Chief Program Officer, effective Monday, January 8th, 2024. Grace brings to the position extensive experience with the immigrant community, her passion for amplifying and advocating for Asian Americans, and 14 years of experience in social work and the non-profit sector.
Read MoreBCNC Family Child Care staff, Yu Man Mui, has retired after 38 years of dedication and hard work to Asian immigrant families. She started at BCNC as a early education teacher at the BCNC Acorn Center for Early Education and Care in 1984. After 25 years as a teacher, she transitioned into the role of a home visitor for the BCNC Family Child Care program for the last 13 years.
Read MoreAngela is a BCNC Youth Center (YC) alumna. She was involved with YC through YouLead, the CAPS (College Access and Post Secondary Program) Program, and Summer programs with SuccessLink.
Read More“Besides the strong support system, I think that BCNC is special because it unites people around a common goal with a warm, friendly, and sincere attitude.”
Read More“Our youth coordinators noticed how we were feeling and created a COVID response group where we could share our thoughts and feelings and turn them into a youth letter addressed to our school leadership, asking for change, and condemning anti-Asian racism. It was an empowering experience and truly reminded me of what BCNC represents and values.”
Read More“My favorite aspect about working at BCNC is the opportunity to work in the Asian community. I can speak Chinese to my clients to better communicate with them.”
Read MoreWe’re proud to announce Team BCNC runners for the 2020 Boston Marathon, Alice and James.
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When Sonny was in 6th grade, his mother got him involved in BCNC’s Youth Center for the summer. There, Sonny found a supportive community and grew into an outstanding youth leader. During his time at the Youth Center, Sonny participated in community projects and prepared for getting into college. Read more here about Sonny’s aspirations to be a scientist and what he’s doing at Vertex this summer.
Since 1969, Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center (BCNC) has been a vital presence in Greater Boston and beyond, empowering Asians and new immigrants to build healthy families, achieve greater economic success, and contribute to thriving communities.
