Top Ten Things you learn by being part of KKF/KKFYC
I have been part of Khmers Kampuchea Krom Federation for almost 2 decades. Sounds kind of long if one puts it that way.
My journey started when I was just 17, back when computers were rare and expensive and the only way one could get the internet was to dial it up via the phone line. Thanks to a search on google, I stumbled on the Khmer Krom website and learned about a place called Kampuchea -Krom. Once I connect with the youths running the website, as one would say it, the rest is history.
The Khmers Kampuchea-Krom Federation Youth Committee was formed in 2007 to help fulfil KKF’s mission of using peaceful means such international laws and UN mechanisms to advocate for rights of the indigenous Khmer Krom people living in the Mekong Delta.
Not only has KKFYC has brought Khmer Krom youths around the world together, it has created a place where they could learn about their history, culture and identity. For those who are wondering what makes KKFYC special, these are the top ten reasons why you should join!
- Connect with your community
Being involved in an organization such as KKF gives you an opportunity to connect with other members of your local and international community.
- Make new friends
There is no better way to make new friends than to join a group or organization that shares the same interests and passion as you.
- Travel the world
When one embarks on the search of justice, one gets to travel the world to places such as the United Nations In New York and Switzerland and walk the hallways of Capital Hill in Washington DC.
- Discover your roots and identify
Not sure of your place in world? Being part of KKF helps you to learn more about the history and culture of your parents, your grandparents and ancestors. Only through knowing where you come from, can you truly know where you are going next.
- Make a difference
Your actions and voice matters. You become part of a community that helps to amplify the muted voices of the Khmer Krom people who continue to face social economic and racial injustices in Vietnam.
- Find your purpose
In seeking to help others, you may find a cause worth fighting for. Do you love social justice? Are you really good at social media? All these interests and skills are valuable in campaigns to raise awareness of the injustices.
- Gain real world experiences and skills
Learn how to communicate and work as a team at the local and international level. Learn how to work under pressure or grow your confidence in public speaking by helping to read a speech at the UN. Nothing looks better on a resume than community service.
- Help build partnerships
Network with non profitable organizations and governments to help build partnership and opportunities in Vietnam.
- Learn something new
Learn more about human rights, UNDRIP and how that impacts unrecognized people such as the Khmer krom. Learn about the history and culture of the people as well as the stories behind their struggles.
- Become a leader
Help lead a group of volunteers at the UN or help organize a peaceful protest to seek justice for those who have been wrongly accused.
These are the top ten reasons why joining KKFYC is such an amazing experience!
Cherteal 
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