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Millions of Europeans live outside of the European Union and many more live outside of their country of origin within the EU. "European CItizens Abroad" is an international, non-partisan, and pro-EU political organization. "Europeans Abroad Vote 2014", their first initiative, aims at raising awareness of the EU Parliament Elections in 2014 and increasing participation of European citizens who do not live in their native country.

VietLead is a nonprofit grassroots organization aimed at serving the Vietnamese community in Philadelphia and South Jersey. 

The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), founded in 1929, is the oldest and most widely respected Hispanic civil rights organization in the United States of America. LULAC was created at a time in our country’s history when Hispanics were denied basic civil and human rights, despite contributions to American society. The founders of LULAC created an organization that empowers its members to create and develop opportunities where they are needed most.

The Greater Philadelphia Asian Social Service Center (GPASS) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, based in the Olney/Logan area, is dedicated to providing assistance to residents citywide, connecting people with needed resources and information, bridging the cultural and language gap, strengthening families, enriching lives, and sustaining communities.

Department of Housing Counseling

B’nai B’rith International is a staunch defender of the State of Israel, advocates for global Jewry and champions the cause of human rights. B’nai B’rith is recognized as a vital voice in combatting anti-Semitism, promoting Jewish unity and continuity, a leader in disaster relief and assisting communities in crisis, a provider of safe and affordable housing for low-income older adults and a tireless advocate on behalf of seniors.

Aid for the Children of Liberia (ACL), 501(c) (3), established in 2006, is a charity organization, dedicated to promoting child development by providing an opportunity for war affected and vulnerable children to have access to primary education, health, food, clothes, books, and a caring environment where their confidence, sense of belonging, self esteem and hope for the future can be restored. 

Philadelphia Asian & Queer is a community organization that serves as both a support and social group for Queer Asians in Philadelphia.