Organizations Filed Purposes:
Our mission is to advance knowledge and engagement in the field of Lao Studies through research, education and information sharing. Our vision is to be an institution that leads and excels in the pursuit of knowledge in the field of Lao Studies.
Lao Traditions, Language & Culture: Increases access to Lao arts and culture for both the Lao community and general public.
International Lao New Year Festival: The festival provides an opportunity to the Lao American community to promote a deeper understanding of their traditions and people, present a uniquely Lao-American and Asian identity and to show their rich cultural practices.
Between Two Worlds: B2W documents the untold stories of refugees from Laos in the US through audio and vidieo medias, and artifacts via a traveling exhibit throughout the State of California. B2W aims to raise awareness of the history, culture, and contemporary realities of refugees from Laos in the US.
Executives Listed on Filing
Total Salary includes financial earnings, benefits, and all related organization earnings listed on tax filing
| Name | Title | Hours Per Week | Total Salary |
| Vinya Sysamouth | Executive Dir. | 40 | $65,208 |
| Genevieve K Siri | Secretary | 1 | $0 |
| Phoumy Sayavong | Treasurer | 1 | $0 |
| Panechanh Sinantha | Director | 1 | $0 |
| Prany Sananikone | Chairman | 1 | $0 |
| Bounlieng Phommasouvanh | Vice Chair | 1 | $0 |
| Gregory Green | Director | 1 | $0 |
| Amy E Bowers | Director | 1 | $0 |
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