Originally shared in PIVOT Newsletter on Saturday, 11/10/23. Know anyone interested in PIVOT? Sign-up for our mailing list here.

November Newsletter: What's New With PIVOT?

Welcome to our new Viet Fact Check Managing Editor!

Since joining the VFC team as Social Media Manager in 2021, I have been proud to witness the tangible positive effects of our work. Likewise, I am often made aware that there is still much to be done. I am ready to face that challenge and I hope you join me on this journey.

I strive not only to help Viet Fact Check strengthen our ability to combat the harmful misinformation affecting our communities, but to help VFC evolve. I can't do it alone! If you want to join the VFC team as a writer, researcher, fact-checker, translator, or social media manager, please contact me at vietfactcheck@gmail.com.

I am excited to step into this role and look forward to supporting, collaborating with, and hearing from all of you going forward.

In solidarity,
Saoli Nguyen

What's New With PIVOT

We are kicking off our Elections 2024 work!

The 2024 Presidential/General election is one year away (November 5, 2024)! While it may seem early, there are so many things we need to do to prep for these elections to bring a progressive voice to the Vietnamese American community, at the local, state, and federal level. We are looking for volunteers, fellows, and coordinators. If you are interested, please sign-up and we'll get in contact with you in upcoming weeks.

Sign-up to Volunteer for the Elections Team

Thank you for joining Pho the People last month!

Thank you for everyone who joined us in Westminster (CA), Bay Area (CA), and Houston (TX) for our Pho the People events across the country. We had great food, and even better conversations about the future of PIVOT and the work we plan to do leading up to the critical 2024 Elections. We hope that next year we can bring this even to more places around the country! We were able to raise over $18,000, with generous matching donors bringing our total to over $36,000.

Support with Pho the People Merch

Couldn't make it, but want to support? Our generous donors are matching up to $40,000, so any donations made to PIVOT will double through the end of the year.

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Upcoming Events

Celebrating + Reclaiming Vietnamese Cultural Power with Viet Thanh Nguyen: Monday, 11/6 | San Jose, CA

DVAN is excited to host Pulitzer-Prize winning author, Viet Thanh Nguyen, at San Jose's City Hall Rotunda to discuss his new memoir, A Man of Two Faces which explores Vietnamese refugeehood, displacement, finding belonging, reclaiming cultural power and celebrating the Vietnamese community. The night is moderated by and in conversation with notable writer Cathy Park Hong, author of Minor Feelings: An Asian American Reckoning.

Viet Thanh Nguyen will sign books at this event- be sure to order your copy of A Man of Two Faces through Eastwind Books of Berkeley! Put "DVAN" as the promo code, and 10% of the sale will go directly to DVAN. Books can be picked up at the event (be sure to select 'pick-up' when ordering)!

Onsite registration is also available! However, space is limited to venue capacity. To confirm a spot, please register with an Eventbrite ticket if possible.

RSVP Here

Candidate Endorsements

The Candidate Support committee has had the pleasure of meeting with two qualified public servants who aim to make a bigger impact in their community. Both candidates have transformed their lived experiences into a passion for effecting change in their communities. This year's Election Day is only a few days away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

Han Tran, Northshore School Board Place 3, Bothell, WA

Han brings a wealth of experience in public service and a fresh and needed perspective to the school board. In an ever-changing environment, students need an advocate who is willing to ensure that they are represented in the curriculum they learn. She is a fighter who understands this need for diversity and is exactly what Northshore School District needs.

Kenny Nguyen, City Council in Broomfield, Colorado

Kenny Nguyen, a Colorado native, is part of the next generation of Vietnamese-American leaders. He has devoted his life to public service and improving his community. Alongside his massive grassroots support, he brings a wealth of governmental experience that will allow him to serve his community effectively.

Support PIVOT's work

At PIVOT, we have worked tirelessly over the years to build a strong and inclusive community that fosters positive change and empowers our voices. We have made significant strides in promoting policy advocacy, supporting candidates who align with our values, combating disinformation, and providing a platform for our stories to be heard. Your one-time donation or your renewed membership will not only sustain our ongoing efforts but also leverage the additional funding to expand our programs and initiatives further.

Your commitment to PIVOT and our collective mission is vital, and we sincerely appreciate your continued support. Together, we can make a significant impact in promoting progressive values, influencing policies, and creating a better future for the Vietnamese American community.

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In Solidarity,
The PIVOT Team