Community Voice & Digital Strategy: Cambodian Society of Rhode Island

As the Director of Communications for the Cambodian Society of Rhode Island (CSRI), I lead the organization’s external narrative and digital presence. My work focuses on transforming community initiatives into compelling digital stories that drive engagement, preserve culture, and increase event attendance.

The Organization: CSRI is a pillar of the Providence community, dedicated to promoting Cambodian culture and supporting the local Khmer diaspora through advocacy, social services, and cultural programming.

My Role & Strategic Impact:

  • Multi-Channel Management: I direct all social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice that is culturally responsive and accessible to our diverse audience.

  • Marketing & Sponsorships: I lead comprehensive marketing efforts for our flagship events, including the Khmer New Year. This includes direct outreach to vendors and securing corporate and local sponsors to ensure program sustainability.

  • Youth Re-Engagement: To combat declining attendance among younger generations, I spearheaded a "Digital-First" strategy. By moving toward high-energy, short-form video content and inclusive marketing, we have successfully revitalized youth interest and increased volunteer sign-ups by [Insert %].

  • Strategic Storytelling: I bridge the gap between grassroots organizing and professional media production, utilizing my background in photography and film to amplify the voices of our community members.

Big Ideas, Real Impact.

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Big Ideas, Real Impact. 〰️

Driven by curiosity and built on purpose, this is where bold thinking meets thoughtful execution. Let’s create something meaningful together.

Case Study: Driving Viral Engagement

A look at our most successful video to date.

In 2025, I produced and managed a video campaign focused on supporting local Cambodian restaurants. By leveraging organic storytelling and strategic promotion, this piece became our most-shared content, demonstrating the power of authentic representation and its ability to mobilize the next generation.

Performance Metrics:

  • Total Views: [Insert #]

  • Shares/Saves: [Insert #]

  • Engagement Rate: [Insert %]

  • Impact: This video directly contributed to a [Insert %] increase in [Insert Metric, e.g., youth attendance or vendor inquiries].