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Welcome to the Southeast Florida Chapter of the US-China Peoples Friendship Association

The National USCPFA organization is a not for profit California Corporation. We welcome as new members anyone who is interested in our goal of promoting friendship and understanding between the peoples of China and the United States and agree with our Statement of Principles. Membership includes the quarterly US-CHINA REVIEW.

A Copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll-free (800-435-7352) within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendations by the State. Registration #CH22688.

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USCPFA - SOUTHEAST FLORIDA CHAPTER - (formerly PALM BEACH COUNTY CHAPTER)

USCPFA - SOUTHEAST FLORIDA CHAPTER - (formerly PALM BEACH COUNTY CHAPTER)

Our name was changed at our April 30, 2011 meeting from "Palm Beach County, Florida Chapter" to "Southeast Florida Chapter" because we now have members in several Southeast Florida counties and we wanted to better reflect our membership with a more encompassing name.

We have at least 3 luncheon meetings a year to discuss projects and business activities. Our luncheons usually feature a presentation by various Chinese interests. We sponsor students with scholarships and recently contributed to our chapter member Marylou Brunetta's participation in the World Championship triathlon in Beijing, China being held in September, 2011. For several years we have sponsored a Chinese New Year GALA with performances by very talented local Chinese Artists which is directed by our chapter member, Monica Shang who is also one of the contributing artists.

HOW TO JOIN SE FLA CHAPTER USCPFA

HOW TO JOIN SE FLA CHAPTER USCPFA
HOW TO JOIN SE FLA CHAPTER - download this form, print it and mail to the address specified along with your membership dues to become a member of the Southeast Florida Chapter of the USCPFA

Sunday, October 13, 2013

OCTOBER 10-11, 2013 - SHANGHAI WOMEN'S FEDERATION VISIT US-CHINA PEOPLE'S FRIENDSHIP ASSOCIATION - SE FLORIDA CHAPTER


USCPFA - SE FLORIDA CHAPTER had the pleasure of hosting the SHANGHAI WOMEN'S FEDERATION DELEGATION on October 10th and 11th, 2013.  The meeting between the two organizations was arranged by the combined efforts of our co-presidents, Marge Ketter and David Pena and Ms. Jin Weiqing, Liaison Dept of the SWF (who could not make the trip) with the purpose of helping SWF learn more about how the USA deals with our aging population in the United States.  Marge Ketter and Joan Gates  met Ms. Jin Weiqing at an invitation from SWF members to a luncheon in Shanghai last October.  She expressed an interest in renewing our member exchange at that time and that is what prompted this reunion with the SWF membership. 
We organized a visit to the Senior Center on Northlake Blvd in West Palm Beach as well as a 3 hour seminar prepared by Dr. David Pena which included several excellent speakers in the various Senior organizations as well as a presentation by our member Marty Penn and was held at Palm Beach State College on its beautiful Palm Beach Garden campus.  They were also given a tour of the China exhibit at the Norton Museum with a private tour by Laurie Barnes, Elizabeth B McGraw Curator of the Chinese Collection and a SE-FLA Chapter member.
Our chapter provided a welcome Dinner at the Singing Bamboo, in West Palm Beach and a Farewell Dinner at the Beach Club on Palm Beach was given by our member Christine Aylward.  Christine Aylward, Gordon Hu and Monica Shang provided their services as translator for the SWF Delegation.  Some could speak limited English, but the assistance of these 3 people helped tremendously in  explaining the different activities.

Transportation was provided for the delegation by USCPFA members Joan Gates, Christine Aylward, and Gordon Hu.  The delegation was very appreciative of everything that was provided and were sorry that their stay had to be so short. 

Delegates included:


 Ms Hui Yanfang, Executive Member of Shanghai Women's Federation, Chair Person, Shanghai Xuhui District Women's Federation
Ms Chen Yue, Vice Chair, Shanghai Jinshan District Women's Federation
Ms Qian Kunyi, Vice Chair, Shanghai Changning District Women's Federation
Mr. Lu Ronggen, Deputy Chief, Rights and Interests Deparment, Shanghai Women's Federation

Photos are provided courtesy of Joan Gates.

PICTURES FROM DAY ONE



PICTURES FROM DAY TWO



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