First-Time Homebuyer Education & Certification Workshop (Online English Workshop)
2025-11-16 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Zoom Webinar (Online)
By attending the First-time Homebuyer Education & Certification Workshop, you can learn about the basic requirements of mortgage and how to improve credit and financial management skills. In addition, you can learn the steps to buy a house, including shopping for a home, making an offer and the closing period, so that you can make better preparations before buying a house!

Workshop Fee: Free
How to Join: Zoom Webinar ( the meeting details will be provided upon registration confirmation)
Registration Link: https://asian-inc.zoom.us/meeting/register/6wRzfawNQbaXifltpjyObw

Workshop Topics

The Importance of Credit and Financial Management
Basic Requirements of Mortgage
Knowledge of Real Estate
Steps to Buy A House

How to Get An Education Completion Letter

Complete the 2-hour SFMOHCD Homebuyer Orientation (Only for participation in the San Francisco Housing Assistance Program)
Complete the 6-hour First-Time Homebuyer Workshop
Complete the 2-hour Homebuyer Counseling Section

Workshop Details
Sections
The workshop is held in two sections, with an hour break in between. You must attend both sections.

Section I: 10 am – 1 pm
Section II: 2 pm – 5 pm

Language
The workshop is conducted in English.

[WEBINAR] Essential Workplace Rights for Small Businesses
2025-11-30 16:00 - 17:30 | Zoom Webinar (Online)
Recent updates to California’s workplace protections have created new responsibilities for employers and expanded rights for workers.

We have prepared an in-depth workshop covering California’s most important workplace rights and responsibilities. Suitable for small business owners, managers, workers, and advocates alike. Get a grasp on the ever-evolving system upholding the standards of fair, safe, and compliant workplaces across and beyond Santa Clara County.

We are glad to feature Ruth Silver-Taube as our guest speaker, a true expert in this field. With decades of experience directly helping local communities in employment and labor issues, she breaks down complex labor ordinances into simple key concepts and shows what it can mean for you.

We will walk you through:
– Paid Sick Leave: who qualifies, accrual, usage rules
– FMLA & CFRA: job-protected family and medical leave
– Pregnancy Disability Leave: rights during pregnancy & return-to-work
– Required Handouts: the mandatory SDI & PFL notices all employers must give
– Overtime Rules: daily/weekly calculations, exemptions, common violations

Whether you’re an employee looking to learn your rights and stay protected in the face of trouble, or a business owner seeking to stay compliant and avoid fees, this session will give you practical guidance and equip you with tools you can use immediately.

Empower those around you by sharing our registration link: https://asian-inc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-2AGccwSQAy6DrsMjzUZXQ

Draft Plan Bay Area 2050+ Is Here: Public Hearing #2 – Fremont
2025-12-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Olive Hyde Art Center, 123 Washington Boulevard, Fremont, CA, 94539, United States
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After more than two years of public discussion, technical analysis and refinement, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) have released Draft Plan Bay Area 2050+ for review and comment. The plan contains 35 strategies representing public policies and investments that can be implemented in the Bay Area by 2050 to help the region build more homes, reduce commute times, and create vibrant downtowns and natural areas for everyone to enjoy. The plan’s strategies also aim to keep people safe from natural hazards, support a strong economy and provide stable housing for those who need it most.
Unique to this plan cycle is the parallel Transit 2050+ planning effort, which has culminated in the first-of-its-kind plan to re-envision the future of Bay Area public transit, in partnership with transit operators across the region.
The Draft Plan, along with the Draft Implementation Plan and various supplemental reports, are all available for review and comment.
Read Draft Plan Bay Area 2050+ and the supplemental reports at planbayarea.org/draftplan and submit your comments by December 18.
Opportunities to Participate
Public Hearings

Public Hearing #1 – MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee
Friday, November 14, 2025
9:40 a.m.
Bay Area Metro Center -or- Zoom
Boardroom, 1st Floor
375 Beale Street, San Francisco

Instructions to join by Zoom
Note: Meeting start time may vary.

Public Hearing #2 – Fremont
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
6 p.m.
Olive Hyde Art Center and Gallery -or- Zoom
123 Washington Boulevard, Fremont
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/drafthearing2
Webinar ID: 875 7625 3306
Passcode: [REDACTED]
888 788 0099 US Toll Free
Public Hearing #3 – Novato
Thursday, December 4, 2025
6 p.m.
Novato Oaks Inn -or- Zoom
Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

215 Alameda del Prado, Novato
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/drafthearing3
Webinar ID: 898 0347 9624
888 788 0099 US Toll Free

Draft Plan Bay Area 2050+ Is Here: Public Hearing #3 – Novato
2025-12-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Novato Oaks Inn, 215 Alameda del Prado, Novato, CA, 94949, United States

Lunch & Learn: Learn How You Can Own Real Estate With ASIAN, Inc.
2025-12-18 11:30 - 13:00 | ASIAN, Inc., 1167 Mission St, San Francisco, 94103, United States
Ever thought about owning a home or building long-term wealth—but felt unsure where to begin? Let’s demystify the process together.
Join us for a FREE Lunch & Learn with ASIAN, Inc. and get your real estate questions answered—no sales pitch, just practical information.
📅 Thursday, Dec 18 from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 ASIAN, Inc., 1167 Mission St, 4th Floor
🍴 Free lunch included
Hear from Tony Tang, Jessica Ho, and a lending executive as they break down residential and commercial real estate, lending basics, and what’s possible for you. Ask anything.
👉 RSVP by scanning the QR code or at https://forms.gle/5VCsPy6KXohLxvY7A
🥐 Want lunch on us? Complete the lunch form by Wed, 12/17 at 3 PM (supporting Gateway Croissants).

1/10/2026 MOHCD Orientation (Cantonese | In person) 2026年1月10號三藩市政府購屋計劃介紹會 (粵語 | 現場講座)
2026-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 | ASIAN, Inc., 1167 Mission St, San Francisco, 94103, United States
講座簡介:

歡迎參加免費MOHCD三藩市政府購屋計劃介紹會。通過參加此介紹會您可以了解三藩市各項購屋援助計劃的要求和申請流程，從而評估自己的申請資格。

講座內容:

舊金山有哪些購屋者計劃，包括：市價以下單位（BMR）、購屋貸款首期資助計劃（DALP）、房貸稅收減免計劃（MCC）等
計劃要求與資格條件:

收入計算
資產審核
貸款條件
抽籤優先順序
申請流程

現場講座地址：1167 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103
現場講座日期及時間：1/10/2026，上午10點到12點

本次活動免費。
請注意：每位參與者必須單獨註冊。

1/10/2026 Rental Readiness Workshop (English | In person)
2026-01-10 13:00 - 15:00 | ASIAN, Inc., 1167 Mission St, San Francisco, 94103, United States
The Rental Readiness Workshop helps renters navigate the housing market by teaching financial management, credit-building strategies, and key housing programs. Participants learn to use the DAHLIA Housing Portal and understand the application and lottery process. The workshop also provides housing assistance resources to support renters in securing stable, affordable housing.

Topic：

Financial Management
Establishing Good Credit
Understanding the Housing Landscape
San Francisco Housing Programs
DAHLIA
Application and Lottery Process
Housing Assistance and Resources

This event is free.
PLEASE NOTE: Each participant must register individually.

[Business Training] Essential Workplace Rights and Responsibilities for Small Businesses
2026-01-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Zoom Webinar (Online)
Date: Friday, Jan 23rd | @10:30 AM (PST)
1-hour training session.

This new year, recent updates to workplace protections have created new responsibilities for employers and expanded rights for workers.
We have prepared an in-depth workshop covering California’s most important workplace rights and responsibilities. Suitable for small business owners, managers, workers, and advocates alike. Get a grasp on the ever-evolving system upholding the standards of fair, safe, and compliant workplaces in and beyond Santa Clara County.

We are glad to feature Ruth Silver Taube as our guest speaker, a true expert in this field. With extensive experience directly helping local communities in employment and labor issues, she breaks down complex labor ordinances into simple key concepts and shows what it can mean for you and your workplace.

We will walk you through:
– Paid Sick Leave: who qualifies, accrual, usage rules
– FMLA & CFRA: job-protected family and medical leave
– Pregnancy Disability Leave: rights during pregnancy & return-to-work
– Required Handouts: the mandatory SDI & PFL notices all employers must give
– Overtime Rules: daily/weekly calculations, exemptions, common violations
– and more!

Whether you’re an employee looking to learn your rights and stay protected in the face of trouble, or a business owner seeking to stay compliant and avoid fees, this session will give you practical guidance and equip you with tools you can use immediately.

Empower those around you by sharing our registration link:
www.tinyurl.com/asian-inc-kyr
Contact hton@asianinc.org for support.

1/25/2026 FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP (Cantonese | In person) 2026年1月25號 首次購屋者教育及證書班 (粵語 | 現場講座)
2026-01-25 10:00 - 17:00 | ASIAN, Inc., 1167 Mission St, San Francisco, 94103, United States
講座簡介:
通過參加首次購屋者教育及證書班，您可以了解房屋貸款的基本要求以及如何提高信用和財務管理的能力。此外，您還可以學習購房的步驟，包括如何選房、報價和成交房子，讓你在購買房子之前做好更充分的準備！
講座内容:

信用和財務管理的重要性
房屋貸款的資格和要求
房地產的知識
購買房屋的步驟流程

講座細節:
講座分為兩個部分，中間有一個小時的休息時間。 您必須兩個部分都參加。
第一部分: 上午10點至下午1點
第二部分: 下午2點至下午5點
現場講座地址：1167 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103
現場講座日期及時間：1/25/2026，上午10點到下午5點
本次活動免費。
請注意：每位參與者必須單獨註冊。

AAPI Empower Hour: Foundations for the Future
2026-01-29 17:30 - 19:30 | Bluestream Wine Bar & Gallery, 555 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94108, United States
​Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community at our next AAPI Empower Hour, hosted at Bluestream Wine Bar & Gallery in Chinatown.
​Foundations for the Future is about investing in people, families, and leadership that strengthen our community for the long term. This gathering brings together professionals, nonprofit leaders, and community members who want to connect, learn, and give back in meaningful ways.
​🎟 Your $10 ticket includes:

​Light bites and access to a welcoming, thoughtfully curated networking experience

​The opportunity to meet local nonprofit leaders and learn about volunteer and board opportunities

​A meaningful way to give back — 10% of drink proceeds will benefit our featured AAPI nonprofit partner (to be announced soon)

​📍 Location: Bluestream Wine Bar & Gallery, San Francisco
📅 Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
​Come meet inspiring people, support a local AAPI-owned business, and help build strong foundations for our community’s future.
