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Learn more about me and help contribute to my advocacy and education.

Hi! I'm Sophea! Pronounced in English (So-FEE-ah) & Khmer (SO-pe-uh).

I have been an advocate for the anti-deportation of American refugees for almost ten years now. My journey of resilience from deported refugee to returning permanent resident has empowered me to continue fighting for justice and the healing of our Southeast Asian community.

I am currently a full-time student pursuing my Bachelor of Science in Family Social Science and could really use some help. I am now accepting bookings for guest speaking at your special event, class, or workplace. 

Use the form below to inquire more. I appreciate your support!

THANK YOU!

Please contact me to discuss further about Bookings!

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First Cambodian-American Deportee to Return HOME on a California Governor's Pardon!!!

 


Southeast Asian Deportation Relief Act (SEADRA) - 2023

"SEARAC and SEAFN are proud to announce the reintroduction of the Southeast Asian Deportation Relief Act (SEADRA) in the US House of Representatives, sponsored by Reps. Judy Chu (CA-28), Pramila Jayapal (WA-7), Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), and Ayanna Pressley (MA-7). SEADRA is historic federal legislation that would free Southeast Asian American (SEAA) refugee and immigrant families from the continuous fear and trauma of being torn apart from their loved ones and communities."

 

NBC Asian America - 2017

"Deported is a five-part documentary series by Sahra V. Nguyen on NBC Asian America Presents... a digital video channel that features original content centered around themes and voices found in Asian American and Pacific Islander communities."

Video above: Deported: Beyond the United States (Part 4 of 5) | NBC Asian America

 
 
 

PBS NewsHour - 2017

Deported from U.S., Cambodians fight immigration policy - PBS NewsHour

"Every year, the U.S. deports thousands of immigrants who are convicted of crimes after they serve their prison terms -- including green card holders and those granted asylum. The policy dates back to the Clinton and Bush administrations as part of their efforts to step up national security. NewsHour Weekend Special Correspondent Kira Kay went to Cambodia to meet a community of deportees fighting to change this policy."

 


TheProgressive

The Progressive Magazine - 2018

The Unforgiven by Stephanie Hoo

 

 


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