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← Staff Rena Theum Community Outreach & Events Coordinator Department(s): E-Mail: rtheum@cmaalowell.org Office Extension: (978) 454-6200 Direct Line: Rena’s journey in community work began in her teen years at CMAA, and she has remained deeply connected to Lowell ever since. She spent 12 years as the Community Liaison for the Lowell Police Department, where she built strong relationships and coordinated events such as National Night Out, Back to School initiatives, and the Water Festival. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with neighborhood groups and nonprofits to plan meaningful programs that bring people together. As CMAA’s Special Events Coordinator, Rena is excited to return to where it all began. She looks forward to using her passion for networking and community engagement to create impactful events that strengthen connections and celebrate the vibrant spirit of Lowell.

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← Staff Tararith Kho Language Teacher Department(s): Wrap-Around Community Services E-Mail: n/a Office Extension: (978) 454-6200 Direct Line: n/a CMAA offers Khmer Language Classes at beginner and intermediate levels welcoming students with little or no prior experience in learning the Khmer language. Youth classes are taught by Mr. Chantha Thang and Adult classes are taught by Mr. Tararith Kho. ••• Tararith Kho is a Cambodian poet, publisher, and educator who has been instrumental in the founding of PEN-Cambodia. Co-founder of the Nou Hach Literature Project and of an affiliated journal that published fiction, essays, and poetry sometimes critical of the Cambodian government. Kho was subjected to threatening anonymous phone calls and emailed death threats which forced him to resign from the Project in January 2010. Kho was a fellow at Harvard hosted by the Department of Comparative Literature. He now teaches Khmer language and developed programs in Khmer language and literature at Middlesex Community College, as well as CMAA's Youth Services After School Program along with Ida Borin.

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← Programs & Services Civic Engagement For more information, please email Thysan Sam - tsam@cmaalowell.org or call 351-500-6449 Our Civic Engagement team is dedicated to empowering and educating community members about voting systems and its significance. By partnering with Lowell Votes, we are committed to providing accurate information and strive to build a community that reflects our diverse culture and values, fostering a deeper understanding of the government system. What is Civic Engagement? Civic Engagement (CE) is the most valuable tool we, as citizens, have to make our voices heard. Our goal is to educate the community on the foundations of voting and the importance of getting out to vote. CMAA’s CE team works with the community in a multitude of ways such as but not limited to: registering citizens to vote, hosting community feedback sessions/ surveys, educating the public about upcoming elections and candidates, as well as working to increase voter turnout in disenfranchised communities. We are focused on progressing communities with low voter turnout by providing opportunities to participate in community-wide engagement/educational events. What is Data Equity? The kind of data collected matters and can help unearth a problem masked by aggregate data — even data already broken down by basic racial categories. For example, consider 2010 U.S. Census Bureau statistics that showed more than half of Asian Americans had a bachelor’s degree or higher by the age of 25, the highest proportion among racial categories. Yet when the data are disaggregated to focus specifically on Southeast Asian Americans, a different picture emerges. Just 15% of Cambodian Americans, 14% of Hmong Americans, 12% of Laotian Americans and 26% of Vietnamese Americans over the age of 25 had a bachelor’s degree, the census reported. Community Engagement Activities Canvassing (Phone-banking, Door, Knocking, etc.) Educate & Advocate on Bills to Become Policies Civic Workshops Voter & Mail-in Ballot Registration Candidate Forums Visiting City Hall and the State House Participate in Coalitions Emphasizing the Importance of Voting Participating in voting is your right! It is crucial as it empowers individuals to shape the direction of their communities and the nation, ensuring that diverse perspectives are represented in decision-making processes. It is a fundamental civic duty that strengthens the foundations of democracy, allowing citizens to collectively influence policies and elect leaders who align with their values and priorities. Updates Regarding Upcoming Election Terms Lowell City Council = Every 2 Years (2023) Lowell School Committee = Every 2 Years (2023) US President = Every 4 Years (2024) US Vice President = Every 4 Years (2024) US House of Representative = Every 2 Years (2024) US Senate = Every 6 Years (2024) Put Your Future In Your Hands Volunteer With Us! Earn community service hours Improve old skills and learn new ones Participate in community events Promote access and social justice in the community Learn more about civic engagement Make a difference Build your resume If you’re not registered to vote, please visit this link to register now: www.sec.state.ma.us/ovr . You can also download the voter registration forms and mail them to your local city/town hall in English, Khmer, Spanish, and more. For more information, please email info@cmaalowell.org . ← Previous Next →

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Tennis Price $250 Duration 4 Weeks Enroll < Back About the Course This is placeholder text. To change this content, double-click on the element and click Change Content. Want to view and manage all your collections? Click on the Content Manager button in the Add panel on the left. Here, you can make changes to your content, add new fields, create dynamic pages and more. Your collection is already set up for you with fields and content. Add your own content or import it from a CSV file. Add fields for any type of content you want to display, such as rich text, images, and videos. Be sure to click Sync after making changes in a collection, so visitors can see your newest content on your live site. Your Instructor Brad Grecco This is placeholder text. To change this content, double-click on the element and click Change Content. To manage all your collections, click on the Content Manager button in the Add panel on the left.

← Staff Sothea Chiemruom Executive Director Department(s): Administration Team E-Mail: schiemruom@cmaalowell.org Office Extension: (978) 454-6200 x1010 Direct Line: (351) 500-6445 Sothea Chiemruom is a respected nonprofit leader and community advocate who serves as Executive Director of the Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association in Lowell, Massachusetts. With more than thirty years of experience in program operations, administration, management, and community advocacy, he has devoted his career to advancing equity, elevating underrepresented voices, and strengthening the social and civic networks that support thriving communities. Throughout his career, Sothea has worked closely with youth, elders, and marginalized groups. He has helped design and support programs that promote education, economic mobility, civic participation, and leadership development. His efforts reflect a lifelong commitment to helping immigrant and refugee communities build confidence, achieve self-sufficiency, and create long term community resilience. In addition to leading the Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association, Sothea serves as Vice Chairperson of the Affordable Housing Trust in Tyngsborough. He also contributes his expertise as a board member of Community Teamwork Inc. and AgeSpan Inc. These roles allow him to deepen collaborations across state, regional, and nonprofit partners and to support community development in both Lowell and Greater Boston. His personal journey shapes Sothea’s leadership. He arrived in Massachusetts as a Cambodian refugee and has spent his life serving the communities that helped raise him. His experience living and working in both Boston and Lowell gives him a strong understanding of the region and a deep commitment to strengthening opportunities for immigrant families. He lives in Tyngsborough with his wife and children.

← Staff Sovanneary Huot Healthy Living Coordinator Department(s): Wrap-Around Community Services E-Mail: shuot2@cmaalowell.org Office Extension: (978) 454-6200 Direct Line: n/a Please visit cmaalowell.org/careers to view current job opportunities.

← Programs & Services Monorom Family Support Program For more information, please email Thysan Sam - tsam@cmaalowell.org or call 351-500-6449 The Monorom Family Support Program has been serving families with special needs children and adults since 1987. The program provides families with case management, counseling, and recreational and educational opportunities. This program is funded by and in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services . កម្មវិធីមនោរម្យជំនួយគ្រួសារបានបំរើសេវាជូនក្រុមគ្រួសារដែលមានកុមារ និងមនុស្សពេញវ័យត្រូវការជំនួយពិសេសតាំងពីឆ្នាំ១៩៨៧។ កម្មវិធីយើងមានផ្តល់សេវាកម្ម រៀបចំឯកសារ ប្រឹក្សាយោបល់ ឱកាសកំសាន្ត និងការអប់រំនានា ក្រោមជំនួយឧបត្ថម្ភពី និងកិច្ចសហការជាដៃគូនឹង Department of Developmental Services នៃរដ្ឋម៉ាសាឈូសេត។ Services Included Application Support SSI, DTA, Masshealth, Fuel Assistance, Housing Assistance, etc. Computer Camp Our Computer Camp Program offers comprehensive training to introduce technology to Monorom individuals unfamiliar with its usage, focusing on virtual meeting platforms, email correspondence, internet navigation, and other essential tools. Document Translation/Interpretation We assist clients with document translation or interpretation, also known as sight translation. We assist with translating documents such as anything they receive in the mail, bills, medical paperwork, insurance letters, etc.; anything our clients need help understanding. Drop-Off Respite Care Respite Drop-off provides a safe space for adults and children with special needs. It is a way to provide their caretaker with time to themselves, whether they are busy at work, have appointments or simply need some time to themselves. Our Drop-off team consists of two part-time staff who provide childcare on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 1:30-6 pm and Saturdays from 10 am-4:30 pm. They provide transportation to and from the home if needed. Family Conferences We have been honored to host a Family Conference Program for our Monorom clients. These conferences provide an excellent opportunity for parents/guardians to de-stress, strengthen communication, and nurture positive relationships while learning about self-care and prioritizing one's health and well-being. Guardianship Support Our team offers help to clients' parents interested in getting guardianship for their children. Guardianship is the position of being legally responsible for the care and legal actions of someone unable to manage their own affairs. This allows the parent to make legal decisions on their child's accord/ behalf after the child turns 18. IEP and ISP Meeting The Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) aims to guarantee that a child with a legally recognized disability receives customized instruction and related services while attending an elementary or secondary school. We help provide support during their IEP meetings, ensuring that the parents understand everything. In-House Services We provide support and allocation for clients who need assistance in securing provider and care services for their children. New DDS Application We assist our clients when renewing their DDS applications and anyone outside Monorom who is interested in our program and would like to apply. Referral Services We help our clients with referral-related services, such as calling for a referral on their behalf or helping them write a referral letter if necessary. Social Outings and Recreational Events We believe social outings and recreational events play a significant role in improving an individual's quality of life. Our team includes participants in events such as Khmer New Year, Trunk or Treat on Halloween, Field Trips, Community Events, Back to School, Thanksgiving Dinner/Turkey Baskets, Toy Drive, Holiday Dinner, and more. Training Individual/Small Group Training, Consultation, Parent Networking and Support Group Transportation Services If clients need transportation to medical-related appointments, we provide transportation to and from their homes and back using our CMAA company vans. For more information, please contact Sengly Kong Monorom Family Support Program Manager E-Mail: skong@cmaalowell.org Direct Line: 351-500-6455 Office Extension: (978) 454-6200 x1026 ← Previous Next →

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