CaraWeb.org - Cambodian American resource agency in the Bay Area
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CARA - Cambodian American Resource Agency
Description
The Cambodian American Resource Agency (CARA) was founded in 1998 by a group of Cambodian-American professionals and community members who had a deep interest in the advancement of the local Khmer community. The mission of CARA is to help initiate and provide support for community-based events involving the Khmer community in order to increase recognition and raise awareness of the Khmer culture. CARA is funded in part by an annual grant from Resources for Family and Community (RFC), a non-profit organization.
CARA, as an organization has had a very active and involved presence within the Cambodian-American community. The involvement of the group has spanned a wide variety of community-based programs that include the Khmer Dance Class, the Khmer Language School, Khmer Wedding Tradition, Active Listening and numerous other workshops that help to promote cultural awareness among the local community members. Other workshops that are planned for the future and target the younger generation include Khmer Culture for Today's Youth and College Awareness. Since it’s founding, CARA has also been the main organizing body to spearhead the efforts for the annual Khmer New Year Celebration. CARA brings together organizations throughout the county of Santa Clara to help plan and carry out a joyous celebration.
CARA is an umbrella organization consisting of board members representing local community groups and organizations. Currently, the board of directors includes thirteen individuals with various professional and academic backgrounds. Its board members meet monthly to discuss and plan future events and gatherings. All board members, including officers are volunteers and do not receive any material or monetary compensation. The make-up of CARA’s board is quite diverse, ranging from young professionals handling a full-time job and active family life, to retired professionals who continue to contribute to the community. All, chose to set aside time and commit resources from their busy schedules to help give back to the Khmer community in some small way.
Contact
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- San Jose California
- United States 95121
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- +1.4089705341
