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50 Years Later:
Reflections on the War in Southeast Asia and the Path Forward
April 28 - May 2, 2025
We are excited to announce the schedule for “50 Years Later: Reflections on the War in Southeast Asia and the Path Forward” taking place April 28 - May 2, 2025! As we mark the 50th Anniversary of the end of the War in Southeast Asia – along with related events that profoundly shaped the Southeast Asian community such as U.S. militarism, the Khmer Rouge genocide, and refugee resettlement in the U.S. – we will honor the history, resilience, and path forward for Southeast Asians in the Bronx and throughout the country.
The week’s schedule will include in-person events in NYC, as well as community member stories and campaign actions online. Below is the schedule for the week.
Week of Commemoration Schedule:
Monday, April 28 Opening Ceremony: Honoring our History
(this event is Bronx-based and invite only)
Tuesday, April 29 Social Media: Community Stories
Wednesday, April 30 Book Launch: “Remnants of the Past: A Filmography of Early Cambodian Cinema” by LinDa Saphan
and Nate Hun
RSVP: bit.ly/MekongApril30
Thursday, May 1 Social Media: Campaigns
Friday, May 2 Closing Ceremony: The Path Forward
RSVP: bit.ly/MekongMay2
If you have questions, please contact Sarah at sarah@mekongnyc.org.
