In Boston, where the largest Vietnamese community in New England calls Dorchester home, a coalition of Vietnamese-led organizations is coming together for a transformative, intergenerational commemoration. Led by the 1975: A Vietnamese Diaspora Commemoration Initiative, in collaboration with partners like Boston Little Saigon, Vietnamese American Community of Massachusetts, VietAID, Cultural Empowerment Organization, and the Massachusetts Vietnamese Scouts Association, this community-rooted series of events uplifts the voices of those most impacted by war, displacement, and survival.
“Remembering Black April: 50 Years of Vietnamese Diaspora” will take place across multiple days, with flagship events including:
April 26th – A large-scale community gathering at Boston College High School, featuring cultural performances, an immersive exhibition, keynote reflections, and storytelling across generations.
April 27th – Film Screening and Bilingual Panel: On Healing Land, Birds Perch in collaboration with the JFK Presidential Library & Museum.
April 30th – Flag-raising ceremonies on April 30th at Boston City Hall Plaza and the Dorchester Vietnam Veterans Memorial, offering public recognition of our journey and presence
