Union of Vietnamese Student Associations of the Midwest

The Union of Vietnamese Student Associations of the Midwest (UVSA-Midwest), based in Lincolnwood, IL, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to empowering Vietnamese-American youth through comprehensive leadership development and community engagement initiatives. Since its founding in 2007, UVSA-Midwest has served as the central networking hub for Vietnamese student organizations across the Midwest region, facilitating collaboration and resource-sharing among member associations.

UVSA-Midwest organizes major conferences and summits throughout the year that focus on leadership building, cultural awareness and identity development, and social advocacy on issues affecting the Vietnamese community. The organization provides structured programming designed to develop emerging leaders while fostering professional and personal growth opportunities. Through the Collective Philanthropy Project (CPP), UVSA-Midwest mobilizes its network to conduct meaningful philanthropic initiatives that create measurable impact within Vietnamese-American communities.

As a partnership organization, UVSA-Midwest collaborates with individual student associations and Vietnamese community-based organizations across the Midwest to coordinate events and initiatives. The organization is committed to preserving and promoting Vietnamese culture while equipping young leaders with the skills and resources needed to advocate effectively for their communities. With members traveling across multiple states to participate in flagship events, UVSA-Midwest demonstrates the strength of its regional network and the dedication of its constituent organizations to collective community advancement.