New Year celebration is the biggest and most significant event for Cambodian
community and Cambodian society everywhere. Most importantly, t
he celebration of "Khmer New Year" is a symbol to remind us of our culture
and heritage. The Cambodian New Year Festival showcases the richness of
Cambodian life in our community. The treasured folk culture and history
of Cambodia delight the senses in colorful display of art, fashion, music, a
nd dance. The cultural diversity in the Bay Area makes it one of the
best places to live in the world. Cambodian-Americans are certainly
significant pieces of that cultural tapestry. The preservation of
the Cambodian culture is, therefore, vital. It is paramount not only
to the collective community, but also to the Cambodian community,
and the individual Cambodians themselves.
community and Cambodian society everywhere. Most importantly, t
he celebration of "Khmer New Year" is a symbol to remind us of our culture
and heritage. The Cambodian New Year Festival showcases the richness of
Cambodian life in our community. The treasured folk culture and history
of Cambodia delight the senses in colorful display of art, fashion, music, a
nd dance. The cultural diversity in the Bay Area makes it one of the
best places to live in the world. Cambodian-Americans are certainly
significant pieces of that cultural tapestry. The preservation of
the Cambodian culture is, therefore, vital. It is paramount not only
to the collective community, but also to the Cambodian community,
and the individual Cambodians themselves.
MASTERS OF CEREMONY & STAGEMANAGER
Mr. Sovandy Hang (MC): Born in Cambodia, Sovandy was aised
in the East Bay. A volunteer with the Youth Cultural Dance Program
working with at-risk youth and low income family in Oakland area
since 1996 and he has been involved in many community cultural events.
Mrs. Thana Robertson (MC): Growing up in San Jose and
having witnessed the many changes in the Cambodian community.
As a married woman with a 7 year-old daughter, I find that
it is important to pass the Cambodian culture and the wonderful
and rich customs of our people to her, and that is why I remain active
in the community.
Mr. Sovandy Hang (MC): Born in Cambodia, Sovandy was aised
in the East Bay. A volunteer with the Youth Cultural Dance Program
working with at-risk youth and low income family in Oakland area
since 1996 and he has been involved in many community cultural events.
Mrs. Thana Robertson (MC): Growing up in San Jose and
having witnessed the many changes in the Cambodian community.
As a married woman with a 7 year-old daughter, I find that
it is important to pass the Cambodian culture and the wonderful
and rich customs of our people to her, and that is why I remain active
in the community.
  CO-CHAIRPERSONS OF THE COMMITTEE: Miss. Davy Chea: has been involved in community organizations and events for many years, earning her the “CARA Award” for her dedication and outstanding contribution to the communit. Ccurrently employed as Billing Representative at a law fi rm in Palo Alto. Passionate about the heritage and tradition of her culture, Davy is also a member of the San Jose Cambodian Dance Troupe. Miss. Kara Uy: Born in Cambodia and currently resides in San Jose. One of her greatest attributes is her dedication to the community. For almost a decade, she has been a Domestic Violence Family Advocate at Asian American’s for Community Involvement. She is an active volunteer to organizations that believe in positive change, including acting as a board of director for Santa Clara County Cambodian Women’s Association. In the fall of 2009, Kara will begin pursuing a doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology at the California School of Professional Psychology.
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