Stephanie Wong

Stephanie Wong is the Executive Director of the United Chinese Association (UCA). Born in Taipei, Taiwan, the Republic of China, she was raised with strong family values which still resonate with her today. Making the most important move of her life, she immigrated to the United States along with her two sisters, two brothers, and her mother.

Ms. Wong married George and gave birth to two children, Albert and Kim. She attended Brooklyn College to further develop her English and enhance her computer skills. By doing so, she hoped to meet her American goal of affording her children the opportunities she never had when she was their age.

From working as a server, a cashier, and, most importantly, being a full-time mom, Ms. Wong did all she could to help raise her family and to learn the English language. She also began volunteering in her co-op building and, when she became President of the co-op, she continued to work to help bridge the language barrier and cultural divide between Chinese Americans and other Americans.

When she worked for the New York State Assembly, Ms. Wong helped constituents every day who desperately needed services and was able to break down language barriers. She excels at educating people on the various programs offered by the city, state and federal governments.

Ms. Wong was instrumental in the development of the United Chinese Association of Brooklyn (UCA). She dedicates much of her time to ensuring quality of life and equality in the community. Whether it is an issue of safety in schools, immigration, available city/state/federal programs or community concerns, Ms. Wong is readily available with a loud voice and stronger heart. She has gone far beyond being a mother and wife; she has become an essential, honored and respected icon in her community.