OUR VALUES

What is this statement?

These values are the core principles and beliefs that guide our organization. It shapes how we make decisions, our actions, and how we treat others. It is also a statement of our ideals and aspirations for our community.  This statement was last updated by our team on May 16, 2023.

Self-determination

We recognize the inherent strength and leadership of Vietnamese, working-class and immigrant and refugee communities in shaping policies and decisions that impact them.

Local Action, Global Impact:

We believe in taking action, developing leadership, and organizing at the local level to create positive change that aligns with a broader global vision for a more just world.

Collaboration and Multiracial Solidarity

We recognize the root causes of structural racism and poverty and strive to develop solutions that do not perpetuate injustice or come at the expense of other communities. We recognize our differences and aim to work with other communities towards social justice for all.

Intergenerational Leadership and Intersectional Identities

    We celebrate the complexity and diversity of our community’s identities and experiences, and prioritize creating spaces for all lived experiences. We critically examine our past and promote intergenerational leadership within our community.

    Integrity

      We believe in being transparent, honest, and responsible in all of our actions and decisions. We are committed to doing what is right, even if it may be challenging or unpopular. We strive to build trust with our community members and hold ourselves and those we work with to the same high level of integrity.

      Sustainability, Healing, and Wellness

        We prioritize the collective wellbeing of our communities above individual gain. We take care of ourselves and each other in the present while fighting for a future that is just for all. We aim to build and be part of resilient communities based on interdependence and mutual care.

        Courage and Innovation

          We believe in taking bold and creative actions to create positive change in our community. When needed, we challenge the status quo, and we are committed to fostering an environment of continuous learning and growth, where risk-taking and hard work are celebrated.

          OUR MISSION

          VietRISE advances social justice and builds power with working-class Vietnamese and immigrant communities in Orange County. We build leadership and create systemic change through organizing, narrative change, cultural empowerment, and civic engagement.

          VietRISE is fiscally sponsored by Tides Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

          CONTACT US

          general@vietrise.org

          (714) 589-5496

          14351 Euclid St. #1M, Garden Grove, CA 92843