Youth Services

In the spirit of Bayanihan, the vision of Filipino Advocates for Justice is to foster a Filipino community with the power to advance social and economic justice, and to realize democratic and human rights for everyone. Our mission is to build a strong and empowered Filipino community by organizing constituents, developing leaders, providing services, and advocating for policies that promote social and economic justice and equity for all. Filipino Advocates for Justice, formerly Filipinos for Affirmative Action, was established in 1973 in response to the discrimination and alienation faced by the influx of immigrant newcomers from the Philippines. Our work is grounded in the spirit of Bayanihan ( people helping people ). Over the years we have been an advocate for immigrant and civil rights for the Filipino community and served the more vulnerable in our community by helping recent arrivals, youth and low wage workers navigate the challenges and hurdles of life in the US. Today, Filipino Advocates for Justice uses a comprehensive approach to strengthening the Filipino community, implementing four main strategies: 1 ) civic engagement and advocacy ; 2 ) leadership development ; 3 ) capacity building for community organizations ; and 4 ) direct services. 31080 Union City Blvd. Ste 104 Union City, CA 510 487 8552

Family & Children Services is a private, nonprofit health care and human services organization that offers counseling, educational and prevention programs. It serves the mental and health care needs of children, teens, adults and families in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties in California. Family & Children Services serves more than 8,000 clients through over 100 community-based locations throughout California in collaboration with local schools, county agencies, health clinics, workplaces, and child care and community centers. It provides anger management training and domestic violence prevention programs, as well as mental health and family counseling services. The organization also offers conflict mediation, crisis counseling and substance abuse treatment services. Additionally, it provides financial educational services and assistance with low-interest loans. Family & Children Services maintains one of its facilities in Palo Alto, Calif.