Montagnard association of north carolina inc.


DB as Montagnard Dega Association Inc. (MDA)

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 Montagnard Association of North Carolina Inc. Mission formerly known as MDA

The Montagnard Association of North Carolina Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Community-Based Organization formed in 1988. Our mission is to unite and strengthen the fraternal ties of all persons of Montagnard heritage, to create a positive environment for all to meet, to build safe, healthy communities, to inspire education and to preserve our cultural heritage. 

 Montagnard American Organization (MAO)

MISSION: To increase visibility, and strengthen the broader Montagnard community. The Montagnard American Organization (MAO) will develops programs and resources to promote community building, higher education and cultural preservation. Our programs or public events/activities are inclusive to all Montagnards and friends regardless of the race, gender, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual identity, families status, age, disability and socio-economic status. All community members are encourage to attend, participate in community events, and we welcome community members to volunteers with us. 

VISION: Through the Montagnard American Organization (MAO) youth program, Montagnard Association is committed to work with Montagnard community across the state and national. We are committed in creating an environment that is diverse, inclusive, and equitable where all staff, Montagnard community members, partners, community partners, vendors, and board members are treated with respect and dignity.

Who are the Montagnard people? 

We are the indigenous peoples of the Central Highlands of Vietnam. The term Montagnard is French for “mountain people” or "highlanders", and is often used to refer to us, the indigenous people of the region. There are over 30 different Montagnard tribes.  We were some of the frontline fighters during the Vietnam War, alongside with U.S. Special Forces. Today, North Carolina holds the largest population of Montagnards outside of Southeast Asia.

MDA was established in 1987 to serve Montagnard refugees when they first to North Carolina. In the past two decades, MDA expanded its mission, added more programs, and serve all refugees and immigrants community members based on what programs and funding are available during that fiscal year. Click here for OUR SERVICES referral application.

 Our Services