Message from Executive Director – Minh-Duc

Dear Friends,

It’s hard to believe that only three months have passed since the start of 2025. Yet, the uncertainty and fear from recent federal actions have already weighed heavily on our community. For an organization like Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối , dedicated to supporting refugees and immigrants, these challenges feel especially personal. Thank you for standing with us, we are stronger together.

I’m deeply grateful to our Board of Directors for their leadership through these times. Thank you to Hao Duong for guiding us as Board President and continuing on as Secretary, and to Patrick Tefft for stepping into the president role your dedication means so much. A heartfelt thank you to Mary Smith for her decade of service as Treasurer. Your impact will be hard to replace.

In uncertain times, knowing your rights is essential. The ACLU website (www.aclu.org) offers clear guidance on how to respond if stopped, arrested, or detained. Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối is here to help please reach out if you need support.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon. We’ve come so far, let’s honor our journey and face the future together. Let’s celebrate our freedom and reflect on the lessons of history together.

Thank you for being part of our community.