Cambodian Reconciliation Committee, Inc.

Announcement

Appreciation from Maddox Jolie-Pitt Foundation

Cambodian Reconciliation Committee (CRC) and Khmer people in Fresno held a Bon Pka Prak Samakee to raise money on July 26, 2008 and donated a total of $3,100USD to support Preah Vihear protection efforts via CTN.

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The certificate recognition
L/R – Mr. Ari Martinez (Asst. Council District 1), Dr. Tou N Her ( Fresno County Office Ed., Parent Services Center), Mr. Saphon Hok ( Research Scientist ), Mr. Sandab Suon ( CRC), Mr. Setha Nhem (Parent Services Center), Mr. Danny Kim ( Fresno Police Officer), Mrs. Julia Kadell ( PG&E ), Mr. Rathana Nou ( Federal Police Officer) and Mr. Sal Quintero ( Asst. Council District 5). This picture was taken at Mosqueda Community Center 6-19-10. The 10th Annual High School Commencement.

10th Annual High School Graduates and Guest Speakers
A group picture of the 2010 High School Graduates and Guest Speakers. L/R - Dr. Tou N Her ( Fresno County Office Ed., Parent Services Center), Mr. Saphon Hok ( Research Scientist ), H.S. Student, Mr. Setha Nhem (Parent Services Center), Mr. Danny Kim( Fresno Police Officer),Mrs. Julia Kadell ( Grant Coordinator),Mr. Rathana Nou ( Federal Police Officer) , Ms. Sophorn Chhem (M.A. Special Education) and the students. This picture was taken at Mosqueda Community Center 6-19-10. The 10th Annual High School Commencement.

Robam Krab
Robam Krab is a Cambodian traditional dance. Performed by Cambodian Collegiate Association during The 10th Annual High School Commencement 2010. This picture was taken at Mosqueda Community Center 6-19-10.

Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month
The month of May is just around the corner and as many of you may know May is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month – a celebration of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States.
Like most commemorative months, Asian-Pacific Heritage Month originated in a congressional bill. On October 5, 1978, President Jimmy Carter signed a Joint Resolution designating the annual celebration. Twelve years later, President George H.W. Bush signed an extension making the week-long celebration into a month-long celebration. In 1992, the official designation of May as Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month was signed into law.
For this year Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month theme is: Diverse Leadership for a Diverse Workforce. This picture was taken at West Fresno Middle School
2888 S. Ivy St., Fresno, CA 93706

CRC Donates Money to help Cambodian Refugee Poetry Book Project
Cambodian Reconciliation Committee (CRC), on April 24, 2010 donated $100.00 to support a Cambodian Refugee Poetry Book Project.
L/R : Ms. Srey Peou Phoeun, Mr. Sinat Nhok and Mr. Tol Keo( CRC)

This picture was taken at Ratanakmondol Temple 04-24-10.

O! Maha Mount Dangrek ( Poetry)
On April 24, 2010 at 1:00 PM, Cambodians in the city of Fresno, California had a chance to meet Mr. Samkhann C. Khoeun, Editor & Translator of the book O! Maha Mount Dangrek. Ms. Srey Peou Phoeun and Mr. Sinat Nhok , who both trained in traditional poetry, came from Cambodia, chanted and performed Khmer music, at the Ratanakmondol Temple. Their performances reminded us a lot about our lives during the Khmer Rouge regime and the refugee’s experience.
One of Ms. Srey Peou Phoeun’s poetry chanting performance highlighted the values of the mother and father that no such thing can buy. The message for all of us is that we must love and care for our parents.

CRC Donates Money to Help Haiti Earthquake’s Victims
Cambodian Reconciliation Committee (CRC), Khmer in Fresno, Bakersfield, San Diego, Modesto and Newark held a Bon Pka Prak Samaky to raise money on January 23, 2010 and donated a total of $1,400.00 to support Haiti Earthquake's victims through American Red Cross in Fresno, California.
R/L : Mr. Sokhorn Phang( CRC), Mr. March Moung ( Director of Health & Safety of American Red Cross ), Mr. Sopheaktra Nou ( CRC), Ms. Karen Chisum ( Public Support Officer of American Red Cross), Mr. Sandab Suon ( CRC) This picture was taken at American Red Cross at 2002 N. Fine Ave., Fresno, CA 93727.

CRC meet with KEEP and Parents
On 02-05-10 CRC invited by Mr. Setha Nhim ( Khmer Emerging Education Program’s director) to meet with the Cambodian’s parents and KEEP’s teachers. Mr. Sopheaktra Nou talk about the US Census2010 to parents and community members. On behalf of CRC, I urge you to be counted in the 2010 Census. Your participation is vital to ensure that your voice is heard in Congress and that our community gets its fair share of federal funds for schools, hospitals, roads, and other vital services… It’s easy, important and safe to participate, and everyone counts. The 2010 Census: it's in our hands. To learn more, visit 2010census.gov CRC also gave a census 2010 shirt to teachers and parents. This picture was taken at Story Elementary School 5250 E. Church Ave., Fresno, CA 93725

Asian Pacific Islander Leadership Council on 11-12-09
On November 12, 2009, the Asian Pacific Islander (API) Leadership met and greeted with H.E. Jim Costa (US Congress in California's 20th District. API received a lot of information from this meeting. We all had a great time, and it was informational. L/R : Mr.Rama Dawar, Mr. Sopheaktra Nou, H.E. Blong Xiong( Fresno City Council ), H.E. Jim Costa (US Congress in California's 20th District), Mr. Sandab Suon ( CRC’s adviser) and a guest. This picture were taken at India’s Oven Restaurant 3035 W. Ashland Ave., Fresno, CA 93722.