Dear friend:

America is at a political crossroads during one of the most difficult economic times in decades, stemming from the pursuit of short-sighted economic policies that led to prosperity for the few rather than the creation of systems change designed to improve the quality of life for all Americans. But as history has taught us, periods of tremendous hardships and instability can pave the road for change and right now the signs of change are before us – from a new Congress and administration in the White House to the emergence of a newly engaged and responsible community that we hope will be able to come together on Citizenship Day.

Citizenship Day falls on September 17, a strategic time during the legislative and policy debate in Congress for immigration reform, health reform and workers’ rights – three issues of importance for the Korean American community. For this reason, we invite you to join us for “Unity in Movement: 2009 National Mobilization for Citizenship Day.” Initiated by NAKASEC and our affiliates, the Korean American Resource & Cultural Center of Chicago and the Korean Resource Center of Los Angeles, the event is an opportunity for Korean Americans, young and old, first and second generation, to walk the halls of Congress with a united voice for social change.

In this two-day event, you will participate in trainings, Congressional briefings and legislative visits and a cultural performance in Washington, D.C. Lastly you will be invited to attend NAKASEC’s 15th Anniversary Fundraiser to be held in D.C that evening.

Included in this letter you will find the registration form as well as frequently-asked-questions and fact sheets on the three issues being highlighted in the mobilization: healthcare reform, immigration reform and workers’ rights. Please return the registration form by July 17, 2009. You can send them to Jeong Yeon Hong via email: jhong@nakasec.org, fax: 323-937-3753, or mail: 900 S. Crenshaw Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019.

In the meantime, should you have any questions, please call HyunJoo Lee with the National Korean American Service & Education Consortium at 323-937-3703, ext. 202 or email at hlee@nakasec.org. We look forward to your participation. Thank you.

Sincerely,

EunSook Lee, Executive Director, NAKASEC
Becky Belcore, Executive Director, KRCC
Dae Joong Yoon, Executive Director, KRC