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PRESS RELEASE < Back Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association calls for peace in Cambodia Dec 20, 2025 PRESS RELEASE Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association Calls for Peace for Cambodia Lowell, Massachusetts December 20, 2025 The Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association of Lowell, Massachusetts, speaks today with deep concern and urgency as violence along the Cambodia Thailand border once again threatens Cambodian lives. CMAA is a community built by Cambodian survivors, refugees, and their children. We carry the memory of war in our families and in our bodies. We know what it means to flee, to lose home, and to rebuild from nothing. That is why we cannot stay silent when Cambodia is pushed toward conflict again. Cambodian authorities have reported civilian deaths in the current violence, and we mourn every life lost. Civilians must never be targets. Homes, schools, infrastructure, and temples must be protected, including Cambodia’s treasured heritage sites near the border. CMAA stands firmly with Cambodia. We believe Cambodia’s position that it does not seek war and that this escalation began with aggression from Thailand. Cambodia has shown restraint. Cambodia continues to choose peace. We call on Thailand to end its aggression immediately. Stop the violence and respect Cambodia’s sovereignty. Honor the ceasefire reached in Malaysia with international support, including the United States, and return to de-escalation and dialogue so families can live without fear. “Cambodia does not want war. Cambodia wants peace, and we call for an immediate end to the aggression so our people can live safely and with dignity,” said Sothea Chiemruom, Executive Director of CMAA. As a refugee community, we are living proof that peace can be chosen. We refuse to pass fear and trauma to another generation. Let the world hear us clearly. Cambodia does not want war. Cambodia wants peace. Sothea Chiemruom Executive Director, CMAA For more information, please contact: (978) 454-6200 Previous Next

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Improving the quality of life for Cambodian-Americans, as well as other minorities and economically disadvantaged persons in Lowell, MA through educational, cultural, economic and social programs. Our Mission The Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association's (CMAA) mission is to improve the quality of life for Cambodian-Americans, as well as other minorities and economically disadvantaged persons in Lowell, MA through educational, cultural, economic and social programs. សមាគមខ្មែរ លើកស្ទួយគុណភាពជីវិតរបស់ប្រជាជនខ្មែរអាមេរិកាំង រួមទាំងជនជាតិភាគតិចផ្សេងទៀត និងអ្នកដែលមានវិបត្តិសេដ្ឋកិច្ចនៅក្នុងទីក្រុងឡូវែលអោយកាន់តែប្រសើរឡើង តាមរយៈកម្មវិធីអប់រំ វប្បធម៌ សេដ្ឋកិច្ច និងសង្គម។ Our Story Beginning in the early 1980's, thousands of Cambodian fled their homeland to escape a communist regime and genocide and resettled in the City of Lowell and other cities throughout the U.S. For many Cambodian refugees, with limited resources, language barriers, and a lack of knowledge about local customs and culture, the resettlement process can be overwhelming. In 1984, Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association was founded to help alleviate these gaps and provide support to the Cambodian communities in the Greater Lowell as well as other areas in the US. Our services range from language translation to assisting with food and shelter resources to organizing community events that bring people together. We believe that by providing the necessary resources and support, individuals can achieve their fullest potential and create fulfilling lives in their new home. Our Vision We are committed to creating positive change and fostering a brighter future by working closely with our community and partnering with other organizations. Our vision: Cambodian Americans, and other ethnic minority groups, are not only economically self-sufficient, but are active engaged leaders of their communities. Our Progress At CMAA, we are proud of our bitter past, which has made us resilient and stronger. Many of our community members have overcome great adversity, from being refugees to becoming teachers, business owners, engineers, scientists, healthcare providers, local and state representatives. Present Day Today, CMAA is proud to be one of the leading nonprofits serving the Cambodian-American community with a wide range of programs and services designed to help people overcome the challenges they face. Since our launch in 1984, our team has worked tirelessly to promote our cause. We are fortunate to have funders, supporters, volunteers and staff from all walks of life bringing their unique expertise and resources into everything we do. This is what enables us to achieve our goals year after year. While there is always more that can be done, there is no doubt that we are making a significant impact. We don’t measure our success through just facts and figures, but through happy faces and heartwarming feedback. Please join us in making a difference. Board of Directors Staff Donate Today Operating Hours Monday through Friday: 9am - 5pm Saturday and Sunday: Closed Walk-in service is available, however appointments are highly encouraged to provide quality service for all clients. Hours are subject to change due to inclement weather, special events, and administrative days. Check our calendar. Office Address 465 School St. Lowell, MA 01851 Contact Us (978) 454-6200 info@cmaalowell.org

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RISING STARS SUMMER PROGRAM 2026’s Rising Stars Summer Program will take place from July 6th, 2026 to August 14th, 2026. Registration for the program will be open until June 21st. Sign Up Today The Rising Stars Summer Program is a 6-week summer program offered by CMAA to youth aged 7 to 16. The Rising Stars Summer Program begins the week after July 4th and ends in August the week of the Southeast Asian Water Festival. The program runs Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Rising Stars is $175 per child Students are engaged in a variety of activities that encourage continuous learning throughout the summer, forming friendships with other students, community engagement, and physical activity. Field trips Rising Stars students have the opportunity to visit various educational and fun places in the Lowell area and Eastern Massachusetts that allow them to have new and exciting experiences. Arts & Crafts Youth will learn how to express themselves through various artistic mediums, such as drawing, painting, building crafts, and writing. Participating in artistic activities will also teach them new ways to view and connect to the world around them. Physical Activities and Sports The summer program encourages youth to stay active during the summer by providing a space to engage in physical activities and sports and by taking them to local parks in Lowell to have fun outside. Workshops with Guest Speakers The Rising Stars Summer Program invites many different guest speakers to talk to our youth about various topics such as public health, career building, and leadership skills. Our workshops also provide youth with an opportunity to learn about important organizations in the community. Registration is open for the 2026 Rising Stars Summer Program. Sign Up Today Questions? Please email or call CMAA Call (351) 500-6450 Email youth@cmaalowell.org

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