# Vietnamese American Organization | VAO Vietnamese American Organization (VAO) is a non-profit organization, led by a team of dedicated and driven individuals who care deeply about the community. We aim to preserve cultures, improve the sustainability of local organizations, and bridge the gap between generations. ## Pages - [Community Craft Day](https://www.vaousa.org/community-craft-day): VAO | Community Craft Day - [Deportation Resources](https://www.vaousa.org/deportation-defense-resources): Access essential deportation defense resources, including legal assistance, family preparation guides, advocacy tools, and more—curated for the Vietnamese community. - [Tea Party](https://www.vaousa.org/tea-party): Through THUONG, we hope to raise awareness about the environmental and social benefits of clothing reuse and inspire others to adopt more sustainable practices in their everyday lives. - [Halloween Photo Contest](https://www.vaousa.org/halloween-photo-contest): VAO | Halloween Photo Contest - [VAO Youth Team](https://www.vaousa.org/youthteam): VAO, Vietnamese American Organization, Vietnamese American San Jose, Vietnamese Community Bay Area, Vietnamese Community San Jose, Volunteer, community building, leadership training, Viet112, help line, Community Day, PVSA, President's Volunteer Service Award, Vietcoustic, Community Organization, Advocacy, Vietnamese translation, Vietnamese interpretation, - [Deportation Defense](https://www.vaousa.org/deportation-defense): Protecting families and communities through deportation defense. Learn how VAO supports immigrants facing removal with legal resources, advocacy, and preparation. - [CF2024program](https://www.vaousa.org/cf2024program): Community Festival aimed at promoting community involvement, celebrating culture, and providing entertainment, unity, inspiration, and empowerment for all. - [Join](https://www.vaousa.org/get-involved): VAO | Get Involved - [Our Work](https://www.vaousa.org/projects): VAO, Vietnamese American Organization, Vietnamese American San Jose, Vietnamese Community Bay Area, Vietnamese Community San Jose, Volunteer, community building, leadership training, Viet112, help line, Community Day, PVSA, President's Volunteer Service Award, Vietcoustic, Community Organization, Advocacy, Vietnamese translation, Vietnamese interpretation, - [Vote](https://www.vaousa.org/vote): VAO | Vote - [Bếp Cộng Đồng | AAPI Kitchen](https://www.vaousa.org/bepcongdong): Bếp Cộng Đồng | AAPI Kitchen là một chương trình được sự hợp tác với nhà hàng, đầu bếp địa phương để giúp cung cấp những bữa ăn bổ dưỡng, lành mạnh và phù hợp với văn hóa cho cộng đồng người gốc Việt và Á Đông. - [Vietcoustic](https://www.vaousa.org/vietcoustic): Vietcoustic - [Citizenship](https://www.vaousa.org/citizenship): Citizenship Resources - [AAPI Kitchen](https://www.vaousa.org/aapikitchen): AAPI Kitchen, Bep Cong Dong is a community-focused initiative dedicated to supporting seniors and individuals with limited mobility by providing them with culturally appropriate, healthy, and nutritious Asian fusion meals. - [Matching Donation](https://www.vaousa.org/matching): VAO | Matching Donation - [Community Festival 2023](https://www.vaousa.org/community-festival-2023): Community Festival aimed at promoting community involvement, celebrating culture, and providing entertainment, unity, inspiration, and empowerment for all. - [Our Focus](https://www.vaousa.org/focus): Leadership Development. Outreach & Engagement. Arts, Culture, & Identity. Social Services - [Professional Headshot Day](https://www.vaousa.org/professional-headshot-day): Professional Headshot Day - [Volunteer](https://www.vaousa.org/signup): VAO | Volunteer Opportunities - [PVSA](https://www.vaousa.org/pvsa): VAO | President's Volunteer Service Award - [Issues](https://www.vaousa.org/issues): VAO | Issues - [Community Festival](https://www.vaousa.org/CommunityFestival): Community Festival aimed at promoting community involvement, celebrating culture, and providing entertainment, unity, inspiration, and empowerment for all. - [VIET112 Help Line](https://www.vaousa.org/viet112): VIET112 Help Line - [MAKE A DONATION](https://www.vaousa.org/donation): VAO | Make a donation - [News](https://www.vaousa.org/news): VAO | News - [EBT | AAPI Kitchen](https://www.vaousa.org/ebt): Bếp Cộng Đồng | AAPI Kitchen là một chương trình được sự hợp tác với nhà hàng, đầu bếp địa phương để giúp cung cấp những bữa ăn bổ dưỡng, lành mạnh và phù hợp với văn hóa cho cộng đồng người gốc Việt và Á Đông. - [SJECCD](https://www.vaousa.org/sjeccd): SJECCD East San Jose Expansion Community Engagement with the Vietnamese American community - [TVF](https://www.vaousa.org/tvf): Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of Tiếng Việt with FRIENDS, where language learning meets friendship and fun! - [Christmas Toys Giving](https://www.vaousa.org/christmas): Christmas Toys Giving | Phát Quà Giáng Sinh - [Leadership Mixer Series](https://www.vaousa.org/vali-mixer-series): Leadership Mixer Series - [Wall of Honor](https://www.vaousa.org/wall-of-honor): VAO | Wall of Honor - [Know Your Rights](https://www.vaousa.org/know-your-rights): Learn your rights as an immigrant, worker, renter, or community member. VAO empowers Vietnamese Americans with tools to protect and advocate for themselves. - [How To Fight](https://www.vaousa.org/how-to-fight-deportation): Access essential deportation defense resources, including legal assistance, fight deportation, family preparation guides, advocacy tools, and more. - [Home](https://www.vaousa.org/): VAO | Vietnamese American Organization is a community development organization focused on inspiring and motivating individuals to engage, learn, and lead - [VALI](https://www.vaousa.org/vali): VALI | Vietnamese American Leadership Initiative aims to bridge the generational gap and create a pathway for the next generation to discover their potential and contribute to the community's growth. By nurturing emerging leaders, VALI seeks to inspire a renewed sense of purpose, unity, and empowerment among Vietnamese Americans. Through VALI, we provide a comprehensive platform that equips participants with essential leadership skills, cultural awareness, and a deep understanding of their heritage. - [THUONG](https://www.vaousa.org/thuong): Through THUONG, we hope to raise awareness about the environmental and social benefits of clothing reuse and inspire others to adopt more sustainable practices in their everyday lives. - [Overview](https://www.vaousa.org/deportation-overview): Discover how VAO empowers the Vietnamese American community through deportation defense initiatives—offering support, education, and pathways to legal relief. - [Community Spotlight](https://www.vaousa.org/community-spotlight): Introducing the Community Spotlight 🌟, a social media project committed to showcasing and sharing stories of leadership and inspiration that positively impact the Vietnamese American community. Whether it's individuals, groups, or businesses, our aim is to showcase those who are making a positive impact. Join us in celebrating the uplifting stories that shape our community! - [Community Portrait Day](https://www.vaousa.org/PortraitDay): Community Portrait Day offers families, individuals, and community groups a complimentary professional portrait session—capturing meaningful moments and bringing the community together through the power of photography. - [About Us](https://www.vaousa.org/about): VAO | Vietnamese American Organization is a community development organization focused on inspiring and motivating individuals to engage, learn, and lead - [Deportation Defense Action](https://www.vaousa.org/deportation-defense-action): Access essential deportation defense resources, including legal assistance, family preparation guides, advocacy tools, and more. VAO | Vietnamese American Organization - [Legal Referral](https://www.vaousa.org/legal-referral): Access essential deportation defense resources, including legal assistance, family preparation guides, advocacy tools, and more. VAO | Vietnamese American Organization - [Resources](https://www.vaousa.org/citizenship-resources): Citizenship Resources - [CF2023 Event Information](https://www.vaousa.org/cf2023-event-information): Community Festival aimed at promoting community involvement, celebrating culture, and providing entertainment, unity, inspiration, and empowerment for all. - [Gallery](https://www.vaousa.org/gallery): Gallery - [Our Strengths](https://www.vaousa.org/strengths): COMMUNITY OUTREACH & ENGAGEMENT. ORGANIZING & ADVOCACY. LANGUAGE & CULTURE. To chuc Nguoi Viet San Jose, Vietnamese in San Jose - [Community Award Gala](https://www.vaousa.org/gala): Join VAO Community Award Gala 2025 in San Jose. Honoring 50 years of the Vietnamese American journey with awards, live music, dinner & community celebration. ## Blog Posts - [Advocacy Letter for Equitable Immigration Services Funding](https://www.vaousa.org/advocacy-letter-for-equitable-immigration-services-funding) - [THÔNG CÁO BÁO CHÍ: Tổ chức VAO | Vietnamese American Organization Lên Án ICE Sau Cái Chết Thứ Hai Của Người Việt Trong Trại Giam](https://www.vaousa.org/thong-cao-bao-chi-to-chuc-vao-vietnamese-american-organization-len-an-ice-sau-cai-chet-thu-hai-cua-nguoi-viet-trong-trai-giam) - [PRESS RELEASE: Vietnamese American Organization Condemns ICE After Second Vietnamese Death in Custody](https://www.vaousa.org/press-release-vietnamese-american-organization-condemns-ice-after-second-vietnamese-death-in-custody) - [THÔNG CÁO BÁO CHÍ: ICE Tàn Nhẫn Trục Xuất Người Việt Nhập Cư Vào Hoa Kỳ Trước Năm 1995 – Một Hành Động Vô Nhân Đạo](https://www.vaousa.org/thong-cao-bao-chi-ice-tan-nhan-truc-xuat-nguoi-viet-nhap-cu-vao-hoa-ky-truoc-nam-1995-mot-hanh-ong-vo-nhan-ao) - [PRESS RELEASE: ICE Re-Arrest and Detention of Pre-1995 Vietnamese Immigrants is Inhumane](https://www.vaousa.org/ice-re-arrest-and-detention-of-pre-1995-vietnamese-immigrants-is-inhumane) - [Urgent Call to Suspend Councilmember Omar Torres from Official Duties](https://www.vaousa.org/urgent-call-to-suspend-councilmember-omar-torres-from-official-duties) - [Press Release: Launch of pilot project AAPI Kitchen](https://www.vaousa.org/press-release-launch-of-pilot-project-aapi-kitchen) - [AAPI Heritage Month](https://www.vaousa.org/aapi-heritage-month) - [Press Release: Community Spotlight Project Launch](https://www.vaousa.org/press-release-community-spotlight-project-launch) - [Vehicle Donation Program is now active](https://www.vaousa.org/vehicle-donation-program-is-now-active)