The Khmer Student Association (KHSA) is a cultural, non-profit organization to enable and empower student leaders in a context of Cambodian identity and exploration. Its purpose shall be to provide a safe space for students of Khmer interest, in which they develop leadership and networking skills in a collegiate, professional, and cultural context. With consideration to the lack of Cambodian representation in academic institutions and the marginalization of Cambodian struggles among the AAPI communities and beyond, KHSA intends to provide a support system for students of Khmer interest to succeed academically. Students are encouraged and prepared to become tomorrow’s leaders, working professionals, and role models, to advance the Khmer community. The vision and missions of KHSA are driven by three initiatives which reflect our past, present, and future: Khmer Culture, Community Engagement, and Professional Development. These three initiatives reflect in the three core values of the Khmer Student Association: Culture, Community, and Competency.
