Programs
Reports Overview
Chinland Research Report 2024
CYONA and Rochun's research in Mizoram and Chin State revealed the complex challenges faced by refugees and internally displaced people, including limited access to healthcare, education, and sustainable livelihoods. Their findings highlight the need for increased international support, capacity building within refugee communities, and culturally sensitive research approaches.
Programs Overview
Chin Voices of Next Gen
The Chin Voices of Next Gen Program provides a platform for Chin youths to celebrate shared interests, events, and milestones. The program seeks for volunteers who can speak on a variety of subjects related to the Chin American experiences through interviews, publications, research projects, and many more.
Youth Civic Engagement
The YCE program is designed to increase civic engagement activities amongst Chin communities by engaging Chin youths in decisions that affect them and the well-being of their communities.
LEAD
The Leadership through Excellence, Action, & Development (LEAD) program fosters future leaders to have the curiosity to discover, the wisdom to learn, and the courage to lead through interactive activities, training, and mentorship opportunities.
Pathway 2 Success
Pathways 2 Success program helps Chin youths to build meaningful careers. This unique program offers professional development training, hosts panel discussions and webinars, and provides internship opportunities for successful career development.
Summer Research Internship
Summer Research Internship program is designed to engage college students in impactful research on various topics affecting our community and provide transformative learning opportunities.
Linguistics & Cultural Heritage
The LCH program is designed to increase cultural awareness and understanding of Chin history and traditions through the preservation of literature and celebrations of Chin culture, the arts, and music thereby strengthening Chin American ties across generations.
Summer College Bound
The Summer College Bound program increases the number of Chin American pursuing higher education by preparing high school seniors graduating in the upcoming Spring. The program guides participants through the summer, providing academic skills development, information on college admissions and financial aid.