Union of Vietnamese Student Associations of Southern California

[1] Staff is shortened to refer to anyone involved in UVSA who is a director, coordinator, team lead, or member of a respective project.

Project LEAD was founded as part of UVSA in 1990 as a general Vietnamese summer culture camp, Trại Hè Về Với Non Sông brought together youth from across Southern California to enjoy a weekend of fun and excitement.

This camp focuses on the importance of community cohesion and unity; provides an opportunity for students to network with each other and establish skills that reinforce mutual collaboration; and instills an appreciation for the Vietnamese American identity, cultural heritage and a sense of belonging.

[2] The Anh Chi Em (ACE) is a mentorship program that was established in 2010 to provide High School students guidance and support as well as having a role model in their life.

UVSA Summit is a one-day event to develop technical and professional skills specific to leadership officer positions.

In 2014, the festival moved to its new home at the OC Fair & Event Center in the city of Costa Mesa, CA.

UVSA carefully reviews over one hundred proposals each year from Southern California non-profit organizations that address the needs of the community.