ACAESUSA 2026青少年领导力与社区服务系列活动圆满结束

DALLAS, TX — September 17, 2026｜达拉斯讯 — 2026年9月17日

From May 17 through September 17, the Asian Culture and Education Society USA (ACAESUSA) conducted a four-month youth leadership and community service initiative featuring leadership training, cultural exchange, student art exhibitions, community service, philanthropy, and youth engagement.

2026年5月17日至9月17日，Asian Culture and Education Society USA（ACAESUSA）开展了为期四个月的青少年领导力与社区服务系列活动，内容涵盖领导力培训、文化交流、青少年艺术展览、社区服务、公益筹款及青年参与等多个领域。

The program began with youth leadership training on May 17 and continued throughout the summer with participation in the AAUC Summit, the UCA National Convention, and the Dallas Fourth of July Parade. Students also used art and cultural expression to connect with communities across the country. Their paintings and Chinese calligraphy were exhibited at University Park Public Library on July 12, followed by exhibitions in Boston from August 29 to 30 and in Philadelphia from September 3 to 7.

项目于5月17日以青少年领导力培训正式启动。整个暑期，学生参与了AAUC Summit、UCA National Convention以及达拉斯7月4日独立日游行等活动，并通过艺术和文化表达连接不同社区。学生绘画及中文书法作品于7月12日在University Park Public Library展出，随后于8月29日至30日在波士顿展出，并于9月3日至7日在费城相关活动中展出。

During the September Philadelphia exhibition, ACAESUSA student artwork was displayed as part of a gathering of Asian American leaders and community representatives. ACAESUSA extends its appreciation to Declaration of Independence 250: Asian American Celebration (DOI250AA) for providing exhibition space and welcoming the students’ artwork during the Philadelphia gathering. DOI250AA is also preparing its America250 Future Builders National Gathering in Philadelphia on December 12–13, 2026, bringing together participants for leadership, cultural exchange, learning, and community connection.

在9月的费城展览期间，ACAESUSA学生艺术作品在亚裔社区领袖及社区代表聚集的相关活动期间进行了展示。ACAESUSA特别感谢 Declaration of Independence 250: Asian American Celebration（DOI250AA） 为此次费城展览提供展示场地，并为学生艺术作品提供展示机会。DOI250AA还将于2026年12月12日至13日在费城举办 America250 Future Builders National Gathering，继续汇聚不同世代、职业及社区的参与者，开展领导力交流、文化交流、学习及社区互动。

On August 4, 2026, ACAESUSA received a commemorative card from the White House marking the 250th anniversary of American independence. The card conveyed best wishes in celebration of this historic national milestone. The commemorative message added a special connection to ACAESUSA’s 2026 cultural, artistic, and community activities related to America250.

2026年8月4日，ACAESUSA收到一张来自白宫的美国建国250周年纪念卡片，表达了对这一历史性国家里程碑的祝福。这份纪念卡片也为ACAESUSA 2026年度围绕America250开展的文化、艺术及社区活动增添了一份特别的纪念意义。

Community service remained a central component of the program. On August 15 and September 17, ACAESUSA students and families participated in community distributions of school supplies, clothing, and food in Carrollton Dallas and Plano. From August 27 through September 17, students also actively participated in Community Foundation of Texas, North Texas Giving Day by creating fundraising pages and reaching out to their communities to support nonprofit causes.

社区服务始终是本次项目的重要组成部分。8月15日和9月17日，ACAESUSA学生及家庭分别在Carrollton, Dallas和Plano参与学生用品、衣物及食品的捐赠发放活动。8月27日至9月17日期间，学生还积极参与Communities Foundation of Texas, North Texas Giving Day，通过建立筹款页面、联系亲友和社区成员等方式参与公益筹款。

WFAA Channel 8 provided students with an opportunity to participate in Communities Foundation of Texas, North Texas Giving Day activities and experience community engagement through local media.

WFAA Channel 8为学生提供了参与Communities Foundation of Texas, North Texas Giving Day相关活动及媒体展示的机会，让青年通过当地媒体进一步了解和参与社区公益。

Throughout the program, ACAESUSA recognized students for their achievements in leadership, community service, and the arts. Students received leadership and community service awards as well as certificates of completion.

在项目期间，ACAESUSA也对学生在领导力、社区服务和艺术领域取得的成果进行了表彰，并颁发领导力及社区服务奖项和项目结业证书。

As part of the World of Love International Art Competitions, ACAESUSA presented awards recognizing the results of both the 2025 and 2026 competitions. The 2nd Annual World of Love International Art Exhibition, themed “Brushes Blooming for the Youth,” celebrated the resilience, creativity, and dreams of young people through art. Certificates recognizing the 2025 competition results, along with leadership awards, were presented to recipients through related in-person and virtual events, including the ACAESUSA Leadership Summit held in Las Vegas on June 29, 2026.

在 World of Love International Art Competitions（世界之爱国际艺术竞赛） 中，ACAESUSA分别对2025年度和2026年度竞赛结果进行了表彰并颁发相关奖项。其中，第二届World of Love International Art Exhibition（世界之爱国际艺术展）以 “Brushes Blooming for the Youth” 为主题，通过艺术表达青年人的活力、创造力、梦想与希望。2025年度竞赛获奖证书及领导力奖项通过相关线下活动及线上方式陆续颁发，其中包括于 2026年6月29日 在拉斯维加斯举行的ACAESUSA Leadership Summit。

ACAESUSA also presented the 2026 World of Love Art Competition awards to recognize participating students and their artistic achievements. In addition, Cultural Ambassador Awards were presented to students in recognition of their efforts to promote cultural understanding, appreciation, and exchange.

同时，ACAESUSA也颁发了 2026年度World of Love Art Competition 相关奖项，以表彰参赛学生在艺术创作方面取得的成果。此外，ACAESUSA还颁发了 Cultural Ambassador Awards（文化宣传大使奖），表彰学生在促进文化理解、文化欣赏和文化交流方面的积极参与。

During the Las Vegas activities, ACAESUSA also recognized adults, community supporters, companies, and organizations that contributed to youth development, community service, cultural exchange, and the success of ACAESUSA programs. Appreciation and recognition awards were presented to selected supporters during the event.

在拉斯维加斯相关活动期间，ACAESUSA还特别表彰了长期支持青少年发展、社区服务、文化交流以及ACAESUSA项目发展的成年人、社区支持者、企业和机构，并向部分支持者颁发了感谢及荣誉奖项，以表达对各界支持的感谢与认可。

A complete list of all award recipients—including student awardees and recognized individuals, companies, and organizations—will be published separately in a follow-up news release.

所有获奖学生，以及受到表彰的个人、企业和机构名单，将在后续单独发布的新闻稿中公布，敬请关注。

The students’ experiences also complemented their academic journeys. Participating students have been admitted to universities including Yale, Columbia, Cornell, Duke, New York University, Purdue, UT Austin, SMU, Texas A&M, UC San Diego, UC Davis, and USC. ACAESUSA plans to continue developing opportunities that connect youth leadership, volunteer service, arts and cultural activities with students’ academic and future professional interests.

这些实践经历也与学生的大学申请和未来发展相互衔接。参与相关项目的学生已被 Yale、Columbia、Cornell、Duke、New York University、Purdue、UT Austin、SMU、Texas A&M、UC San Diego、UC Davis及USC 等高校录取。ACAESUSA表示，未来将继续推动青少年领导力、志愿服务、艺术文化活动与学生未来学术及职业兴趣相结合，为青年创造更加持续和有意义的成长机会。

“We are proud to see our young people connect culture, service, leadership, and community engagement through meaningful experiences,” said Jan Xie, President of ACAESUSA. “Our goal is to create opportunities for students to learn by doing, serve their communities, and grow into responsible future leaders.”

ACAESUSA President Jan Xie 表示：“我们很高兴看到孩子们通过有意义的实践，将文化、服务、领导力和社区参与连接起来。我们的目标，是为学生创造在实践中学习、服务社区并成长为具有责任感的未来领导者的机会。”

ACAESUSA extends its appreciation to the UCA Community Foundation (UCACF) for its support of and commitment to youth development; United Chinese Americans (UCA) for supporting the Las Vegas convention venue and related activities; and UCA WAVES for its continued support of youth development and mental health awareness. In 2025, UCA WAVES provided ACAESUSA with exhibition table space during Roots & Resilience: The Power of Data & Stories to Advance AAPI Youth Mental Health, giving ACAESUSA youth an opportunity to display their artwork during the conference and connect artistic expression with conversations about youth mental health and community well-being.

ACAESUSA特别感谢UCA Community Foundation（UCACF） 对青年成长的支持与关怀；感谢 United Chinese Americans（UCA） 对拉斯维加斯大会场地及相关活动的支持；并感谢 UCA WAVES 持续支持青少年成长及心理健康倡导。2025年, 在“Roots & Resilience: The Power of Data & Stories to Advance AAPI Youth Mental Health”活动期间，UCA WAVES为ACAESUSA提供了艺术作品展示桌位，让ACAESUSA青少年的艺术作品得以在会议期间展出，并通过艺术表达参与青少年心理健康及社区福祉相关交流。

ACAESUSA also thanks the Asian American Unity Coalition (AAUC) for supporting youth participation in national leadership and cultural exchange; Declaration of Independence 250: Asian American Celebration (DOI250AA) for providing exhibition space in Philadelphia; and University Park Public Library, Communities Foundation of Texas, North Texas Giving Day, WFAA Channel 8, parents, volunteers, donors, adult supporters, companies, organizations, and community partners for helping make the program possible.

ACAESUSA同时感谢 Asian American Unity Coalition（AAUC） 为青年参与全国性领导力交流和文化交流提供支持；感谢 Declaration of Independence 250: Asian American Celebration（DOI250AA） 为费城展览提供场地；并感谢 University Park Public Library、Communities Foundation of Texas, North Texas Giving Day、WFAA Channel 8，以及所有家长、义工、捐赠者、成年人支持者、企业、机构和社区合作伙伴 对本次项目的支持。

As part of its continued commitment to youth leadership, cultural exchange, and community engagement, ACAESUSA will join AAUC as a co-host of the 2026 Unity Summit in Sacramento, California, on October 7, 2026, continuing to create opportunities for community connection and youth participation.

作为青少年领导力、文化交流和社区参与工作的延续，ACAESUSA还将于2026年10月7日作为Co-Host参与AAUC在加州萨克拉门托举办的2026 Unity Summit，继续推动社区交流，并为青年参与创造更多机会。

The conclusion of the four-month program marks another step in the students’ continued growth. ACAESUSA looks forward to working with families, schools, libraries, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and community partners to create more opportunities for young people to learn, serve, express themselves, and lead.

四个月系列活动的结束，是学生成长历程中的又一个新起点。未来，ACAESUSA将继续与家庭、学校、图书馆、公益机构、企业及社区伙伴合作，为更多青年创造学习、服务、表达和领导的机会。

Together, we serve. Together, we grow. Together, we build the future.

携手服务，携手成长，共建未来。

美国亚洲文化和教育联盟代表团访问墨西哥开展文化交流和人道主义宣传活动

向当地学校、孤儿院和老年中心赠送近 400 件礼品
墨西哥墨西哥城 – 2025 年 5 月 – 美国亚洲文化教育协会（ACAESUSA）最近完成了对墨西哥的一次有意义的文化和人道主义访问，通过人与人之间的交流和发自内心的社区宣传活动增进了友谊和理解。
作为 ACAESUSA 正在进行的国际文化交流工作的一部分，代表团访问了当地的一所学校 Colegio Senda，以及一家老年护理中心和一家孤儿院。代表团送去了近 400 份精心准备的礼物包，其中包括玩具、学习用品、新鞋、洗漱用品、化妆品以及由 ACAESUSA 年轻艺术家创作的原创艺术品。这些礼物受到了儿童和老年居民的热烈欢迎，成为关爱、尊重和文化联系的象征。
在森达学校（Colegio Senda），代表团与学生和教育工作者进行了互动，特别强调了学校对自闭症儿童和其他有特殊需要儿童的包容性支持。教室里洋溢着灿烂的笑容，学生们与美国客人进行着愉快的交流。
在参观老年护理中心时，队员们与老人分享了礼物并进行了有意义的交谈，他们的体贴举动和个人关怀深深地打动了老人，给他们带来了温暖和尊严。

在孤儿院，孩子们兴奋地打开礼物，表达感激和喜悦之情。这一刻彰显了跨文化同情和善意的力量。
代表团最后参观了墨西哥国家剧院 Palacio de Bellas Artes，观看了精彩的墨西哥传统音乐和舞蹈表演。演出弘扬了墨西哥丰富的文化遗产，给所有与会者留下了深刻的印象。
“这次旅行展示了文化理解的力量，以及即使是微不足道的善举所产生的深远影响，”美国亚洲文化和教育联盟ACAESUSA 会长解健 Jian Xie 说。”我们感谢墨西哥东道主的热情款待，并期待在文化交流和社区服务方面加深合作。
ACAESUSA青年大使、2025-2026年美国亚洲文化教育联盟大使小姐Katelyn Hu也回顾了这次经历：
“在另一个国家与同龄的孩子们一起度过的时光让我意识到，无论我们来自哪里，我们都是息息相关的。分享艺术、微笑和故事提醒我，通过善良和文化建立友谊是多么重要”。

ACAESUSA 衷心感谢来自美国和墨西哥的志愿者，是他们促成了此次交流活动。Special appreciation goes to Youth Ambassador Katelyn Hu the leadership, Annie, Monica, Rosa, Lleana Gonzalez, Jian Xie, Arthur Pei, Cecilia Li, Ian Song, and Amelia Peng for their dedication and support.

ACAESUSA 将以新的活力和承诺，继续支持全球青年发展、文化交流和慈善外展活动，通过相互尊重和共享人性来建立团结。

Nearly 400 Gifts Delivered to Local School, Orphanage, and Senior Center

Mexico City, Mexico – May 2025 – The Asian Culture and Education Society USA (ACAESUSA) recently completed a meaningful cultural and humanitarian mission to Mexico, fostering friendship and understanding through people-to-people exchange and heartfelt community outreach.

As part of ACAESUSA’s ongoing international cultural exchange efforts, the delegation visited Colegio Senda, a local school, as well as a senior care center and an orphanage. Nearly 400 thoughtfully prepared gift packages were delivered, including toys, school supplies, new shoes, toiletries, cosmetics, and original artwork by ACAESUSA’s young artists. These gifts were warmly welcomed by children and elderly residents, serving as symbols of care, respect, and cultural connection.

At Colegio Senda, the delegation interacted with students and educators, placing special emphasis on the school’s inclusive support for children with autism and other special needs. The classrooms were filled with bright smiles and joyful exchanges between students and their American guests.

The visit to the senior care center brought warmth and dignity, as the team shared gifts and meaningful conversations with the elderly—many of whom were deeply moved by the thoughtful gestures and personal attention.

At the orphanage, the children excitedly opened their gifts, expressing gratitude and joy. The moment underscored the power of cross-cultural compassion and kindness.

The delegation concluded their journey with a visit to the Palacio de Bellas Artes, Mexico’s national theater, where they attended a spectacular performance of traditional Mexican music and dance. The show celebrated the richness of Mexican heritage and left a lasting impression on all attendees.

“This journey demonstrated the power of cultural understanding and the deep impact of even small acts of kindness,” said Jian Xie, President of ACAESUSA. “We are grateful for the warm hospitality of our hosts in Mexico and look forward to deepening collaboration in cultural exchange and community service.”

Katelyn Hu, Youth Ambassador for ACAESUSA and Miss Asian Culture and Education Society USA 2025–2026, also reflected on the experience:

“Spending time with children my own age in another country helped me realize how connected we all are, no matter where we come from. Sharing art, smiles, and stories reminded me how important it is to build friendship through kindness and culture.” 

ACAESUSA extends sincere thanks to the volunteers from both the United States and Mexico who made this exchange possible. Special appreciation goes to Youth Ambassador Katelyn Hu the leadership, Annie, Monica, Rosa, Lleana Gonzalez, Jian Xie, Arthur Pei, Cecilia Li, Ian Song, and Amelia Peng for their dedication and support. Special thanks to Blue Bonnet Meadows RV Park for their generous sponsorship of this mission.

With renewed energy and commitment, ACAESUSA will continue to champion global youth development, cultural exchange, and charitable outreach—building unity through mutual respect and shared humanity.

In a spirit of unity and cultural celebration, the Asian Culture And Education Society USA in Dallas, Texas recently marked the observance of both Black History Month and Lunar Chinese New Year with a series of heartwarming initiatives and festive events. The society’s endeavors aimed not only to honor the diverse cultural heritage of its members but also to spread joy and inclusivity within the community.

As part of their celebrations, the Asian Culture And Education Society USA extended a hand of kindness to the special education children at a local elementary school. Members of the society prepared and distributed red envelopes filled with a delightful assortment of treats including pizzas, toys, goodies, and snacks, along with candies symbolizing the joy and prosperity associated with the Lunar Chinese New Year. This gesture of goodwill brought smiles to the faces of the children and demonstrated the society’s commitment to fostering inclusivity and compassion.

The festivities culminated in an annual celebration party hosted by the Asian Culture And Education Society USA. The event served as a vibrant showcase of Asian culture and traditions, featuring a variety of performances and activities for the community to enjoy. Attendees were treated to mesmerizing displays of traditional music, dance, and theatrical performances, which highlighted the richness and diversity of Asian heritage. The atmosphere was filled with laughter, camaraderie, and a shared appreciation for cultural diversity.

Apart from the annual celebration party, the ACAESUSA’s Youth Council  special performances for the wider community, actively participating in the events by volunteering and showcasing their talents. These performances were a means to bridge cultural gaps and foster cross-cultural understanding. Through music, dance, and various artistic expressions, the society endeavored to involve and enlighten the community about the beauty and significance of Asian culture.

During these events, we’re deeply grateful for the help from Ni Hao, UCA, UCA-MA, Gendap, Dallas City Library, the Dallas Police Department, Cesar Chavez Learning Center and TC-2 Mr.Gipson’s class. We’re truly fortunate to have their support.

Several awards were presented during the event, including the Inspirational ACAESUSA Mentor Award to Gendap President Mrs. Beverly Hill, and Mr. Jay Ho. The AAPI Media Excellence Award was bestowed upon Hojun Choi and Tiffany Liou, while the Inspirational AAPI Leader Award went to Yosselin Muller and Youth Volunteer and Youth Leadership Awards were presented to Eric Wang, Jessica Wu, Amy Xu and Harris Xie.

The Asian Culture And Education Society USA’s celebration of Blank History Month and Lunar Chinese New Year exemplifies the power of community and cultural exchange. Through acts of kindness, festive gatherings, and vibrant performances, the society succeeded in spreading joy, fostering inclusivity, and celebrating the rich tapestry of Asian heritage. As the celebrations come to a close, the spirit of unity and cultural appreciation will continue to resonate within the community, leaving a lasting impact on all who participated.

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