Boat People SOS

Boat People SOS is a refugee-run organization based in Falls Church, VA, dedicated to defending persecuted communities and helping the disenfranchised achieve liberty and dignity. The organization provides comprehensive support services across multiple areas including academic support and educational resources for disadvantaged youth, increased access to health services and preventative health education for refugees and immigrants, and specialized assistance for victims of domestic violence and human trafficking. With branch offices operating across six U.S. cities and international operations in Southeast Asia, Boat People SOS has developed extensive expertise in refugee resettlement, legal advocacy, and community empowerment. The organization's work encompasses refugee rights protection, trafficking victim assistance, and advocacy campaigns focused on religious freedom and human rights. Through its established network, Boat People SOS delivers tailored programs that address the specific needs of immigrant and refugee populations while building capacity within Vietnamese American communities. The organization combines decades of operational experience with a commitment to protecting vulnerable populations and expanding access to essential services for those facing persecution, exploitation, or economic disadvantage.