Let’s preserve & empower the Champa community

SICHAM began as a grassroots effort to preserve Champa culture and support families facing economic hardship, displacement, and limited access to education and health resources. Over time, our work expanded to include youth mental health, job skills training, and food and health access. Today, we serve families across Vietnam and the diaspora, guided by community wisdom and a commitment to dignity.

SICHAM in action: Preparing essential care packages for Vietnamese and Champa families. Each bag, filled with daily necessities like cooking oil and nutritious food, represents our commitment to providing economic support and food security. We work hand-in-hand with the community to ensure that heritage preservation goes alongside meeting the practical needs of every family.

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Our Mission

To preserve culture, strengthen families, and expand access to education, mental health support, and economic mobility through community-led programs.

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Our Vision

A world where Champa and Vietnamese families thrive with dignity, cultural pride, and equitable access to opportunity.

 

Our Four Core Programs

Empowering the Community, Preserving Our Roots

Dedicated to building a stronger future,
we provide vital education, mental health, and economic resources
for Vietnamese and Champa families.

 
Meet the People Behind the Impact
WHO WE ARE
Syed Rizwan Ashraf
LEADERSHIP
Rodiyah Tu
SICHAM Community Manager
Jocelyn Pittel
Director at Large, United Nations Association in Canada
Siti Tu
Champa Families and Children Care Coordinator in Ninh Thuan, Vietnam
Zahrotul Afifah
Social Media and Events Manager
Testimonial and Support
Community Voices
“SICHAM has transformed our community by bringing real support and cultural preservation together.”
Rizwan Ashraf
Founder
“The programs provide not just help, but hope and long-term opportunities for families.”
Community Leader
Volunteer
“Preserving our culture while supporting our people is what makes this initiative powerful.”
Cultural Advisor
Advisor

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