玉山科協2017年會探討醫療互聯網

駐波士頓經文處處長賴銘琪致詞。

(Boston Orange)新英格蘭玉山科技協會於11月4日在麻省理工學院舉辦2017年會，為彰顯今年「超越邊界的創新--醫療互聯網」的主題，特別藉由研討會的形式，邀請等多位在醫療、生技等產業及學術界各領域的學者專家，分別就數位與移動式醫療、醫療分工管理、消費者穿戴式設備設施，以及實務中的困難與挑戰等議題發表演講，並透過經驗分享與傳承，鼓勵與會人士促成新觀念，並建立新產品的合作關係和機會，共計近百位各界專家及僑界專業人士參加。

會長許翠玲特別致詞感謝中華民國僑務委員會、駐波士頓臺北經濟文化辦事處、駐美國代表處科技組等各單位的贊助與支持，在介紹與會嘉賓及各場次主講人後，她以「創新」意涵的簡介作為年會活動的開場，同時鼓勵各界專家學者與僑社專業人士加入玉山科技協會的行列。

駐波士頓臺北經文處處長賴銘琪在開幕式應邀致詞，感謝玉山科技協會近年來協助本地科技、生技、醫療、管理等專業人士與臺灣連結，同時對於今年醫療互聯網的創新主題，強調超越邊界及科際整合，給予高度評價；波士頓僑教中心主任歐宏偉宣介臺灣優質的醫療健檢安心專案，期許玉山科技協會多位青年幹部擔任推展及聯繫窗口，也鼓勵該會優秀的臺灣青年踴躍參與僑社服務及元旦升旗、雙十國慶等愛國活動。(圖與文:波士頓僑教中心提供)

駐波士頓經文處處長賴銘琪(右二)，副處長陳銘俊(右一)。

新英格蘭玉山科協會長許翠玲致詞。

波士頓僑教中心主任歐宏偉(左三)與僑務促進委員康麗雪(右二)，前會長曾宓(右一)等玉山科協青年幹部。

波士頓僑教中心主任歐宏偉(右)與玉山科協張筱琦(左)。

波士頓關懷救助協會首場講座 長金滿分享經驗、技巧

波士頓僑教中心主任歐宏偉(右五)與波士頓僑務委員蔣宗壬(右四)，昭倫公所主席謝如鍵，新英格蘭
台灣商會會長歐陽露(左三)等人合影。

波士頓關懷協會會長王志維(右)送紀念品感謝長金滿。

             (Boston Orange)由波士頓僑教中心與波士頓地區僑界關懷救助協會合辦的「關懷救助教育訓練講座」活動於11月4日在僑教中心舉行，邀請波士頓慈濟聯絡處長金滿師姐以「關懷救助的技巧及經驗分享」為題發表專題演講，並與出席人員座談，共計10餘位該會幹部及會員參加。

       長金滿師姐分享在慈濟聯絡處服務多年的關懷救助經驗及注意事項，並介紹政府及民間相關關懷救助系統和資源，提供最新訊息及資源管理的概念。

波士頓僑教中心主任歐宏偉(立者)鼓勵建置緊急聯通網絡，做好資源管理。

             現任僑委會僑務促進委員的會長王志維表示，波士頓地區僑界關懷救助協會以提供臺灣的旅外國人、度假打工青年及留學生關懷與救助，強化僑務服務能量為宗旨，希望透過教育訓練提升會員的助人技巧，也對協會更有向心力及歸屬感。

               駐波士頓臺北經文處副組長洪麗玲及僑教中心主任歐宏偉也應邀出席是項訓練講座。歐宏偉鼓勵該會建置完善的緊急通聯網絡，做好資源管理，以便於急難救助事件發生時，能由僑界熱心人士提供及時與到位的關懷救助。(圖與文:波士頓僑教中心提供)

AARP Underwrites 1,000 Congressional Gold Medals for Filipino WWII Veterans

AARP Underwrites 1,000 Congressional Gold Medals

for Filipino WWII Veterans

Medal Replicas to be Presented to Veterans and Their Family Members

Back row, left to right: Susan Pretro; Ron Mori, AARP Multicultural Leadership Manager; Maria Gillen, AARP New Product Development Director; Edna Kane-Williams, AARP Senior Vice President, Multicultural Leadership; (Ret.) Maj. Gen. Tony Taguba, Chairman of the Filipino Veterans Recognition and Education Project; Bill Walsh, AARP Senior Strategic Advisor; Karina Hurley, AARP Strategic Communications Director; Daphne Kwok, AARP Vice President of Multicultural Leadership, Asian American and Pacific Islander Audience Strategy; Francis Montenegro. Front row: Leo Duran and Ryan Letada, CEO and Co-founder, NextDayBetter, at the FilVetREP Gala Celebration for Filipino WWII Veterans on October 25, 2017 in Tysons Corner, Va. Photo credit Jessie Whiles.

WASHINGTON, DC, October 27, 2017 — AARP saluted the Filipino and Filipino American veterans of World War II by funding the minting of 1,000 bronze replicas of the Congressional Gold Medal to be given to veterans and their family members in recognition of their service and sacrifice. Commissioned by Congress, the medals are the highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions.

The veterans were honored in a national celebration on Capitol Hill on October 25, where House Speaker Paul Ryan presented them the Congressional Gold Medal on behalf of the nation for the distinguished contributions of 260,000 Filipino soldiers and guerrillas during World War II in the Philippines.

“AARP is proud to support the efforts to recognize and celebrate Filipino and Filipino American World War II veterans,” said Daphne Kwok, AARP Vice President of Multicultural Leadership, Asian American and Pacific Islander Audience Strategy. “We are so pleased to join with the Filipino Veterans Recognition and Education Project and this nation in the shared goal of ensuring that future generations of Americans understand these vets’ incredible sacrifices.”

The Filipino Veterans Recognition and Education Project (FilVetREP) spearheaded the effort to pass the Congressional Gold Medal legislation and worked with the U.S. Mint to manage the minting and production of the medals.

“It has been 72 years since the end of World War II, and these vets’ service and sacrifice have not been forgotten,” said FilVetREP Chairman (Ret.) Maj. Gen. Antonio Taguba. “These Congressional Gold Medals recognize and celebrate the extraordinary sacrifices and contributions of Filipino WWII soldiers. AARP’s support has been extremely valuable in this effort.”

Filipino World War II veterans or surviving family members are urged to register so they can receive long-overdue recognition of their service. Register with The Filipino Veterans Recognition and Education Project at filvetrep.org/registry.

CAPAC Statement on Trump’s Decision to Delay Action on DACA

CAPAC Statement on Trump’s Decision to Delay Action on DACA

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Judy Chu (CA-27), Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), and Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), CAPAC’s Immigration Task Force Chair, issued the following statements in response to the Trump Administration’s plan to delay legislative action to protect Dreamers.

Congresswoman Judy Chu (CA-27), CAPAC Chair:

“I am deeply disturbed by reports that President Trump and Republicans in Congress plan to delay legislative action to protect our nation’s Dreamers until after the holidays. When President Trump made the cruel decision to terminate the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, he left the lives of 800,000 Dreamers – including many Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders – in limbo.

“It is reprehensible that the President is now attempting to use these young people as bargaining chips to advance his anti-immigrant agenda. As I have previously stated, any effort to attach poison pills that would curtail our legal immigration system and fund an ineffective border wall are complete non-starters for the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus.  

“The White House should not play politics with the lives of our nation’s Dreamers. If the bipartisan, bicameral DREAM Act were brought to the floor today, it would have the votes to pass. I urge my Republican colleagues to do the right thing and allow us to vote on a clean DREAM Act before Congress adjourns in December.”

Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, CAPAC Immigration Task Force Chair:

“I have a simple message for President Trump and congressional Republicans: There is no other deal to be made besides passing a clean Dream Act before the end of the year and protecting the 1.5 million young people eligible for relief who had the floor taken out from under them.

“Shamefully, while the futures of these young people hang in the balance, President Trump and his accomplices in Congress are doing nothing but pursuing immigration policies straight from the wishlists of white supremacists.

“Dreamers are woven into the fabric of our country – they are our friends, family, neighbors and co-workers. It is our moral responsibility to ensure they have a future here. I continue to call for all of my Republican colleagues to stand on the side of compassion and pass a clean Dream Act this year.”

MAYOR WALSH ANNOUNCES THE GREATER BOSTON IMMIGRANT DEFENSE FUND HAS REACHED $1 MILLION; DONATIONS TO FUND 10 ORGANIZATIONS

MAYOR WALSH ANNOUNCES THE GREATER BOSTON IMMIGRANT DEFENSE FUND HAS REACHED $1 MILLION; DONATIONS TO FUND 10 ORGANIZATIONS

Local foundations, legal aid programs, nonprofits and corporate partners come together to support immigrant community

BOSTON - Tuesday, October 31, 2017 - Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the Massachusetts Legal Assistance Corporation (MLAC) today announced the Greater Boston Immigrant Defense Fund has reached $1 million in donations, and the $1 million in funds will support ten organizations in the Greater Boston area. This week, the Massachusetts Legal Assistance Corporation (MLAC) distributed over $1 million in private funds to both legal services providers and community outreach organizations, which were awarded after the competitive application process. More than 35 individual organizations responded to the Request for Proposals, and projects were selected based on their potential to enhance legal services capacity, strengthen community education and outreach, and build network infrastructure, in addition to advancing the goals of Defense Fund. "The overwhelming support the Greater Boston Immigrant Defense Fund has received shows how committed Boston is to ensuring we are an inclusive, supportive city for all -- qualities that are now more important than ever," said Mayor Walsh. "Through these funds, organizations will be able to better protect and serve immigrants throughout the Boston area, helping the families, friends and neighbors who contribute so much to our city. I'm grateful to all the partners and organizations who made this Fund, and these grants, possible." "MLAC appreciates the opportunity to partner with the City, the foundations and law firms that have come together to support access to justice for immigrants in Greater Boston," said Lonnie Powers, executive director of MLAC. "The Immigrant Defense Fund gives concrete recognition to the overwhelming need for civil legal assistance in communities affected by policy changes at the federal level." The Greater Boston Immigrant Defense Fund, launched on September 13th, is a public-private partnership and funding collaborative that seeks to strengthen the Greater Boston area's capacity to protect and defend its many immigrant communities, refugees, and temporary status holders by increasing education and access to legal services. Given the high volume of competitive applications and the growing need for community education and legal services in immigrant communities across the region, the partners will continue to fundraise, with the goal of expanding the fund to more organizations. The design of the initiative is the product of a collaborative effort between the Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement, Massachusetts Legal Assistance Corporation (MLAC) and Massachusetts Law Reform Institute (MLRI) with input from local funders and immigration advocates. During the course of the two-year pilot period, MLRI, a statewide poverty law and policy center, and legal services Immigration Coalition convenor, will serve as the network coordinator. The Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement will track and evaluate the impact of the initiative. "Immigrants are vital members of our society. Unfortunately, changes in federal policy have forced many to fear going about their daily life activities. This grant will enable GBLS to work with community-based organizations and provide needed legal support to change this dynamic," said Jacquelynne Bowman, Executive Director of Greater Boston Legal Services, one of the organizations receiving a grant. "We are thankful to Mayor Walsh for spearheading this initiative to ensure that Boston remains a welcoming community." "In these times of great insecurity and crisis for the immigrant community, it means so much to organizations that not only work directly with these vulnerable communities, but are staffed by immigrants themselves, to know that our city and the civic organizations of the city support and stand with us," said Patricia Montes, Executive Director of Centro Presente, one of the organizations receiving a grant. "Making sure that our communities know about their rights as immigrants, as workers and as human beings who contribute to this society is critical at moments such as these." The fund is made possible by Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees (GCIR), a national network of foundations working on issues related to immigrant integration, as well as by contributions from local philanthropic, corporate and legal partners. Local foundations and corporate partners contributing to the fund include the Barr Foundation, the Klarman Family Foundation, the Boston Foundation, the Fish Family Foundation, the Herman and Frieda L. Miller Foundation, Foley Hoag, Mintz Levin, and the Hyams Foundation, the lead funder for the initiative. The selected organizations are: Legal Service Providers: To enhance legal services capacity Greater Boston Legal Services PAIR Project (Political Asylum / Immigration Representation Project) MetroWest Legal Services Northeast Legal Aid Southeast Coastal Counties Legal Services Community Organizations: To strengthen community education, outreach, organizing & referral Brazilian Workers Center Catholic Social Services of Fall River Centro Presente Chelsea Collaborative Essex County Community Organization Through their contributions to the cultural, social and economic landscape of the city, immigrants play an essential role in Boston's unique civic life. Foreign-born Bostonians account for 28.4 percent of City's population, and nearly half of Boston's children under that age of 18 lived with at least one foreign-born parent in 2015. Immigrants generate nearly a quarter of the economic output of Suffolk County. In 2014, immigrants contributed $2.3 billion to the regional economy, generating more than $116.1 million in state and local tax revenues and approximately 15,000 jobs. Additionally, a high proportion of foreign-born Bostonians are self-employed, which has helped revitalize and reinvigorate many of Boston's neighborhoods

AARP Online Caregiving Fair 11/16

Online Caregiving Fair

Thursday, November 16

6 p.m. – 9 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. PT

WHAT:

For the 40 million adults in the U.S. who provide unpaid care to a family member— or first-time caregivers looking for helpful tips and advice, the AARP Online Family Caregiving Fair is helping caregivers navigate their caregiving journey. There will be valuable resources, real-life tips, and support. Additionally, caregivers can check out interactive videos, games, presentations, and video chats.

WHEN:

Thursday, November 16, 2017

6 p.m. – 9 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. PT

KEYNOTE:

Richard Lui, MSNBC Journalist and Anchor

Beyond a demanding work schedule and frequent speaking engagements, Richard flies from NYC to San Francisco each week to care for his father, an Alzheimer's patient. He’ll share his experience on the changing roles during his caregiving journey, while answering audience questions.

REGISTER:

aarp.org/carefair

Can’t make the live date? Register anyway. By registering, you can visit the Online Family Caregiving Fair environment and see all resources available to help you care for your loved ones. The webinar will also be available on demand.

Watch “Enduring Together: Asian Americans and Alzheimer's Disease" at Facebook.com/AARPAAPI. This is a story that highlights the challenges of an Asian American couple and their battle with Alzheimer's Disease. They share their immigrant story and the sacrifices, fears, and hopes in enduring Alzheimer's Disease together. MSNBC News Anchor and family caregiver Richard Lui ends with his personal story and insights about Alzheimer's, and a powerful call to action for all present and future caregivers.

MAN INVOLVED IN MAJOR DRUG TRAFFICKING OPERATION ARRESTED, ARRAIGNED ON DRUG AND GUN CHARGES

MAN INVOLVED IN MAJOR DRUG TRAFFICKING OPERATION ARRESTED, ARRAIGNED ON DRUG AND GUN CHARGES

Search Warrant Netted the Largest Single Seizure of Illegal Guns by AG Healey’s Office

BOSTON – A man has been arrested and arraigned on 21 separate counts of various drug and gun charges in connection with a major heroin and fentanyl trafficking operation, Attorney General Maura Healey announced today. Today’s charges are the result of the largest single search warrant seizure of illegal guns under AG Healey’s administration.

Jose Cutoen, age 35, of Lawrence, was arraigned in Lawrence District Court this morning on the charges of Improper Storage of a Firearm (seven counts), Possession of a Firearm during a Felony (one count), Possession of a Firearm (seven counts), Possession of Ammunition (one count), Possession of a Large Capacity Feeding Device (three counts), Possession with Intent to Distribute Heroin (one count), Trafficking more than 200 grams of Heroin (one count). Cutoen pleaded not guilty to the charges and was held on $500,000 cash bail. He is due back in Lawrence District Court on Nov. 30 for a probable cause hearing.

Cutoen was arrested Thursday night in Lawrence following the execution of wiretap warrants and a search warrant of his home that resulted in the seizure of seven guns, three large capacity magazine, ammunition, 14 pounds of marijuana, 400 grams of suspected heroin and $5,000 in cash.

Authorities allege Cutoen is part of a major fentanyl trafficking operation that AG Healey’s Enterprise, Major and Cyber Crime Division has been investigating along with the Massachusetts State Police assigned to the AG’s Office, the State Police Transportation Drug Unit, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and Homeland Security Investigations, with assistance from the Lowell, Lawrence, Haverhill and Peabody Police Departments.

Authorities arrested 12 other individuals who are allegedly part of this operation last Friday in a large-scale takedown in Lawrence. They were arraigned in Lawrence District Court on Monday on various drug trafficking charges. Authorities executed search warrants at multiple locations in Haverhill and Lawrence last Friday and seized approximately 600 grams of suspected heroin and fentanyl and $21,000 in cash.

This investigation is ongoing. These charges are allegations and defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

The case is being prosecuted by Assistant Attorney General Gina Kwon, Deputy Chief of AG Healey’s Enterprise, Major and Cyber Crimes Division. The case is being investigated by State Police assigned to the AG’s Office, the State Police Transportation Drug Unit, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Homeland Security Investigations, and the AG’s Cyber Crime Lab, along with Lowell Police, Haverhill Police, Lawrence Police, and Peabody Police.