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Jenny’s Story

April 21, 2022 by

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As part of our core services, SAN assists U.S. permanent residents to apply for their citizenship. Some of the reasons we encourage our community members to become U.S. Citizens are : voting, bringing families together, employment opportunities, public benefits and better opportunities. There is no better time than now to apply for U.S. citizenship and participate in this year’s election. Call us on 562-403-0488 and ask for Shakuntala Chugani (ext. 108). 

Here’s what a recent client of our Citizenship Unit experienced: 

SAN helped my sister and I with our citizenship applications. The staff are very friendly and they treat you family. 

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Learn more about how to keep your children and loved ones covered by Medi-Cal. Take action now. Renew their Medi-Cal when their time comes between April 2023 and May 2024. To learn more about Medi-Cal renewals & the different types of benefits available for your family, such as food assistance, housing support and more visit benefitscal.com. 

To find help in community with your renewal go to AllinForHealth.org. #KeepKidsCovered
At a time when 1 in 2 Asian Americans report feeli At a time when 1 in 2 Asian Americans report feeling unsafe due to their ethnicity, the dual rise of anti-Asian legislation and political rhetoric threatens our rights and fuels anti-Asian hate. 

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Join South Asian Network in celebrating National C Join South Asian Network in celebrating National Citizenship Day! Today, we honor the journeys of all those who have become US citizens, and paved the path for future generations. And, we’re here to help you on this journey! If you, or someone you know, is interested in applying for citizenship, contact us. We offer free citizenship application assistance.
Join us as we celebrate 33 years of service to our Join us as we celebrate 33 years of service to our South Asian community in Southern California!
Meet Riffat, our fearless Program Manager for our Meet Riffat, our fearless Program Manager for our AWAZ Unit. Riffat has dedicated the last 18 years to serving survivors of gender based violence and continues to pour her heart into the work. We’re so lucky to have her on our team!
Are you registered to vote? 👀🤔 The elections Are you registered to vote? 👀🤔 The elections are just around the corner! I know, we’re just as excited. Join SAN next week for National Voter Registration Day and week and help us activate our base and prepare our community to get out the vote and have the South Asian voice heard! Contact our team to get involved. #losangeles #gotv #voterregistrationday #orangecounty #indiansinla #southasiansinlosangeles
📣Calling all individuals interested in workers 📣Calling all individuals interested in workers rights! We’re partnering with our friends at @nlslosangeles to bring a know your rights workshop to Pioneer Blvd! Sign up to join at the link in our bio. Light refreshments will be provided. See you there!
Join South Asian Network’s Peer Support Ambassad Join South Asian Network’s Peer Support Ambassador program! We’re looking for community invested individuals seeking to learn about how to develop their listening skills, and engage with folks with thoughtfulness and cultural sensitivity. Sign up at the link in our bio! Questions? Call or email us and we can share more. And the cherry on top? You can earn $100 for participating!
Meet our teammate, Ilesha! Ilesha joined the SAN t Meet our teammate, Ilesha! Ilesha joined the SAN team at the start of the summer and has made strides through the sunshine! We’re excited to see what’s in store for 2024 with her amazing ideas 💃🏽
On the occasion of Rakhi - as you protect your sib On the occasion of Rakhi - as you protect your siblings, SAN will also be here for you!
Thank you to everyone who joined our Grand Opening Thank you to everyone who joined our Grand Opening of our newest space in LA - the Bangladeshi Community Development Center! Such a great day seeing so many friends, allies, and family. We’re excited about the prospect of this new space! What would you like to see? Comment below! 🤎
This day in history marks the celebration of Trans This day in history marks the celebration of Transgender Flag Day.  The Transgender Pride  flag was created by a transgender woman by the name of Monica Helms in 1999. The blue color is meant to represent a  societally typical color for young boys whereas  the pink color represents a societally typical color for young girls.  The white color represents individuals who are transitioning who identify as a neutral gender , intersex, or agender. Join SAN in celebrating Transgender Flag Day with our transgender community members!
Shakuntala joined the SAN team in March 2019, and Shakuntala joined the SAN team in March 2019, and is a fundamental part of our team. Here's what she has to share about her journey at SAN: "After retiring as a dentist, I acquired a diploma in Psychotherapy to become a counselor. In due course of time, we migrated to the USA, and what impressed me was that there is no age discrimination for jobs and there is dignity in any type of job one does. I was fortunate to get connected to SAN and get an opportunity to work as a volunteer. As I understood the work SAN does and my passion for serving the community was recognized, I was offered a position as a Programs Assistant. I do Immigration work and an Older Adult program. My job involves preparing citizenship applications and referrals for other immigration issues and correspond with several agencies on behalf of older adults. I have done over 400 citizenship applications and it is very gratifying to get emails and phone calls from clients letting me know that they have become citizens and I get good wishes and blessing from older adults."
The SAN team wishes our Indian brothers and sister The SAN team wishes our Indian brothers and sisters a very happy Indian Independence Day today!  August 15 marks the day in  history where India officially became a country on its own and separated from the British government.
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