Coming soon! ....A website for newcomer communities - Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Hmong in the Pioneer Valley.
Memorable Quotes from Members of our Communities
"CIRCLE wants us to learn that the energy must come from us. And the greatest things the staff provide are inspiration, energy, and enthusiasm. They provide us with suggestions and motivations."
Russian Leader
First SAC Founders
"The incredible friends I have found in CIRCLE have taught me ways to be true to what I believe in and to love what I am doing. Thanks for the collective strength--to all the CIRCLE souls and spirits."
SAC Member/Vietnamese-Amercian
"I never thought of going to college, but after our visit to CIRCLE classes at UMass and seeing all those faces like mine, it made me think that it is possible for me."
Cambodian Youth
"Doing the video project with the group was an enriching experience. We have learned about the importance of communication and organization in doing a community activity."
Tibetan Leader
"I know we can learn from each other, but we have to work hard together to build our community."
Vietnamese Community Leader