MinKwon Center for Community Action

MinKwon Center for Community Action is a community-based nonprofit organization serving the Korean American and Asian Pacific American (APA) communities in Flushing, NY. Since its founding in 1984, the organization has provided comprehensive social services and advocacy programs designed to address the unique challenges faced by immigrant families and low-income communities. The Center specializes in delivering culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate services through its dedicated multilingual staff.

The organization's service portfolio encompasses Advocacy and Community Organizing, Civic Participation, Social Services, and the Youth Empowerment Program. These programs are specifically tailored for low-income, undocumented, and marginalized New Yorkers seeking economic and social justice. MinKwon Center serves over 10,000 adults and children annually, providing essential support across multiple areas including mental health services, family support, and youth development initiatives.

As a proud affiliate of the National Korean American Service and Education Consortium (NAKASEC), MinKwon Center for Community Action operates with a clear commitment to empowering the Korean American community while advancing broader Asian Pacific American and immigrant community interests. The organization's mission centers on creating a just and equitable society where all people can live in harmony and achieve their full potential. By combining direct service delivery with community organizing efforts, MinKwon Center addresses both immediate family needs and systemic barriers that affect immigrant communities in Flushing and throughout New York.