Legacies of War

Legacies is the only U.S. based educational and advocacy organization dedicated to increasing awareness about the American Secret War in Laos and U.S. wars in Southeast Asia. Our primary objective is to secure U.S. funding for the removal of unexploded ordnance (UXO) in Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam, while also advocating for survivor assistance and mine risk education.

We take a holistic approach to our community engagement efforts, combining multiple disciplines, including history, politics, food, art, fashion, and cultural heritage. Our aim is not only to educate and mobilize individuals on the issue of UXO in Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia, but also to encourage the diaspora and veterans in the U.S. to embrace and preserve their shared history of war and refuge. By transforming our experiences of shame and pain into narratives of resilience, cultural pride, and healing, we strive to empower these individuals and promote a deeper sense of community and belonging.