Roots & Remedies 2021
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Som is a queer second generation Khmer American. Their family fled Cambodia from the war during the 1970’s and resettled in Long Beach, California, where they have lived their whole life. Som received their education from the Long Beach Unified School District and California State University of Long Beach. They graduated with a Bachelors of Arts. Som started as a participant in the pilot program for the Young Men’s Empowerment Program. Now they lead the Young Men’s Empowerment Program! Along their journey, they have worked closely with the Every Student Matters campaign and advocated for a Wellness Center at Long Beach Polytechnic High School. They are passionate about advocating for young queer and trans Southeast Asians to have a space to learn, grow, have fun and live their truth. They truly enjoy every moment in working with youth leading change.