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The year SEARAC was founded, in response to the largest mass resettlement of refugees in US history
Learn more about our impactThe rough estimate of SEAAs living in CA, a number representing 1/3 of the total population of SEAAs in the United States
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SEAA My Story in Data Digital Series Celebrates Our Unique Communities
This innovative four-part series aims to uplift our diverse Southeast Asian American communities, highlighting the shared — and distinct — experiences of our refugee legacies. Through powerful visuals and compelling narratives, we invite you to explore and engage with the stories that shape our collective experience.
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Work with SEARAC`s policy team! SEARAC is hiring for an Education Policy Manager and Research Consultant(s) to support our advocacy work. Apply by Jan. 15 to be considered for the Education Policy Manager role and by Feb. 5 for the Research Consultant(s). Learn more here: searac.org/careers/
Join SEARAC in building a socially, politically, and economically just society for all communities to enjoy for all generations.
Jan 6
Work with SEARAC`s policy team! SEARAC is hiring for an Education Policy Manager and Research Consultant(s) to support our advocacy work. Apply by Jan. 15 to be considered for the Education Policy Manager role and by Feb. 5 for the Research Consultant(s). Learn more here: searac.org/careers/
Join SEARAC in building a socially, politically, and economically just society for all communities to enjoy for all generations.
Meet the final member of our Cohort- Sreyneang Lim!
Through her work with Center for Empowering Refugees & Immigrants (CERI), Sreyneang supports elderly community members through community-centered programming. In a recent blog post for SEARAC, Sreyneang shared, "Our elders are at the heart of CERI and I feel lucky to work closely with them and see their resilience."
We are thrilled to have Sreyneang and the incredible community advocates and leaders we`ve highlighted throughout the week take part in our California Policy Seeding and Leadership Cohort!
Jan 5
Meet the final member of our Cohort- Sreyneang Lim!
Through her work with Center for Empowering Refugees & Immigrants (CERI), Sreyneang supports elderly community members through community-centered programming. In a recent blog post for SEARAC, Sreyneang shared, "Our elders are at the heart of CERI and I feel lucky to work closely with them and see their resilience."
We are thrilled to have Sreyneang and the incredible community advocates and leaders we`ve highlighted throughout the week take part in our California Policy Seeding and Leadership Cohort!
Meet Nguyen and Ravi!
Nguyen Vo is the Program Manager at ICAN where she is translating her passion into impactful contributions. Ravi Seng is the health Equity Coordinator at The Cambodian Family fighting for the health and mental health needs of older, limited-English-speaking Cambodians.
We are thrilled to have Nguyen and Ravi join our California Policy Seeding & Leadership Cohort!
Jan 4
Meet Nguyen and Ravi!
Nguyen Vo is the Program Manager at ICAN where she is translating her passion into impactful contributions. Ravi Seng is the health Equity Coordinator at The Cambodian Family fighting for the health and mental health needs of older, limited-English-speaking Cambodians.
We are thrilled to have Nguyen and Ravi join our California Policy Seeding & Leadership Cohort!
Meet Bao Vang and Chantha Kang, members of our Cohort!
Bao is leading Oakland area youth to make positive and powerful changes in their communities as the SEAYCA Site Coordinator at AYPAL. Chantha is a community organizer with The Cambodian Family and is an advocate for mental health resources and leadership development for residents in Santa Ana.
We can`t wait to see the impact as members of our California Policy Seeding & Leadership Cohort!
Jan 3
Meet Bao Vang and Chantha Kang, members of our Cohort!
Bao is leading Oakland area youth to make positive and powerful changes in their communities as the SEAYCA Site Coordinator at AYPAL. Chantha is a community organizer with The Cambodian Family and is an advocate for mental health resources and leadership development for residents in Santa Ana.
We can`t wait to see the impact as members of our California Policy Seeding & Leadership Cohort!
Meet members of our Cohort🌟
Sambo Sak is the Community Outreach Specialist at Families in Good Health and ensures the communities he serves receive resources and support tailored to their needs. Kou Lee is a Program Manager with Iu Mien Community Services and in this role he leads a team in designing and implementing impactful youth and senior programs.
We are thrilled to have Sambo and Kou in the California Policy Seeding and Leadership Cohort.
Jan 2
Meet members of our Cohort🌟
Sambo Sak is the Community Outreach Specialist at Families in Good Health and ensures the communities he serves receive resources and support tailored to their needs. Kou Lee is a Program Manager with Iu Mien Community Services and in this role he leads a team in designing and implementing impactful youth and senior programs.
We are thrilled to have Sambo and Kou in the California Policy Seeding and Leadership Cohort.