A Traditional Engagement
Our own California-based correspondent shares colorful photos of his return to Vientiane, Laos for a traditional Buddhist wedding engagement. The celebration took place in March 2010 and featured family and friends from throughout Laos.
“Why My Name Really Isn’t My Name”
I didn’t know that my name was Saymoukda Vongsay until I started preschool at Headstart on Dale Street in Saint Paul, Minnesota. I also didn’t know that the ‘u’ in my first name was interchangeable with the letter ‘o’ because no one ever corrected me when I wrote it either way.
Social Networking with a cultural twist
Klarissa Pachith Keovanpheng is the proud new owner of the popular Lao Social Networking site laobuddy.com. Her drive to succeed began at an early age and has not slowed down (which explains why her screenname is “Sharkie”).
Somthavy’s Sweet Bliss
After over a decade of spreadsheets, I needed a creative outlet. In October of 2007 I decided to finally fulfill my dream of starting my own baking company. Baking has been a passion of mine ever since I managed a sweet shop back in college.
Kulap Vilaysack blooms in Hollywood
You can’t wait to be discovered or for the perfect opportunity to drop in your lap. You have to do the work, you have to get on stage, make internet videos, perform with other people, write, and be agile in every aspect of this business we call show.
Cluster Bomb Removal in Laos
Legacies of War (“Legacies”) announces the release of its conference report, “A Peaceful Legacy Now: Briefing & Discussion on Cluster Bomb Removal and Assistance in Laos,” which details the current status of cluster bomb clearance, victim assistance and risk awareness education in Laos and recommends a substantial increase in U.S. funding for these activities. The [...]
Andrew David mixes Nintendo, life and love
If Kanye West and Justin Timberlake had a kid, and he was an Asian-American who grew up in the Midwest breaking hearts, and surviving on a diet of cartoons, video games and sarcasm – that kid might sound like Andrew David.
Giving From the Heart
The success of our first Jai Lao mission is due, in large part, to the generous contributions of our supporters. Their gently used clothing donations, in-kind contributions, Jai Lao apparel donations, and monetary donations have given warmth and smiles to over 2,000 people in six villages.
Study Abroad in Vientiane, Laos
Join SAIL 2010, where you’ll have the opportunity to study at the Lao-American College in Vientiane, the capital city of Laos and interact with the Lao on a daily basis.
Traveling to Laos for the first time
I spent nearly two years focused primarily on one thing: to travel to Laos for the first time. When I finally went this February, I felt like the whole of my life had built up to that moment. I don’t know how I can describe the enormity of the experience with only words …
Culture
A Traditional Engagement
Our own California-based correspondent shares colorful photos of his return to Vientiane, Laos for a traditional Buddhist wedding engagement. The celebration took place in March 2010 and featured family and friends from throughout Laos.
Books
Bounsang Khamkeo, “I Little Slave”
When the inequities became too apparent to conceal, dissenters were swiftly ushered away to be “re-educated”. For failing to comply with the orders of his corrupt superior, Bounsang was arrested and sent to so called “re-education” which would take him seven years and four months to complete.
People
Daraphon Souvanna Phouma Stieglitz, community activist
Many descendants of King Sisavang Vong left Laos after the monarchy came to an end, several re-establishing their lives in Western Europe and North America. One of his descendants, great-granddaughter Dara Stieglitz, now leads an active life in the Garden State of New Jersey.
Music
Andrew David mixes Nintendo, life and love
If Kanye West and Justin Timberlake had a kid, and he was an Asian-American who grew up in the Midwest breaking hearts, and surviving on a diet of cartoons, video games and sarcasm – that kid might sound like Andrew David.
Media & Film
Kulap Vilaysack blooms in Hollywood
You can’t wait to be discovered or for the perfect opportunity to drop in your lap. You have to do the work, you have to get on stage, make internet videos, perform with other people, write, and be agile in every aspect of this business we call show.
Exclusive Interview
Nerakhoon: The Betrayal
