UX Designer

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Web designers help us maintain our website as we roll out new content. They work closely with our developers and content writers to come up with user-friendly web experiences. While having a programming background is not necessary, knowledge of web accessibility standards and responsive design is useful for this role. All volunteer positions are available […]

iPad Instructor

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iPad/Computer instructors are tech-savvy individuals who are interested in supporting our clients as they learn how to use iPads and/or computers for the first time. By providing our clients with lessons in tech literacy, we can help them connect with the younger generation. All volunteer positions are available only for those in the pacific time […]

ESL Instructor

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ESL instructors are responsible for teaching basic English language learning curriculum to our English-learning adult students on a weekly basis. Similar to the citizenship instructor, this role is great for individuals who would like to provide direct support to our clients and gain hands-on experience in the classroom. All volunteer positions are available only for […]

Citizenship Instructor

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For over 27 years, Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối has helped many Vietnamese integrate into American society through our ESL, computer, and citizenship programs as well as information and referral services. The challenges of moving to a new continent and learning a new culture are immense, at times overwhelming. Helping Link is here to pay forward […]

Helping Link-Một Dấu Nối No Longer Located in Building Near Fire

Although a June 9 fire in Seattle’s International District destroyed what was formerly the long-time home of Helping Link, an advocacy organization for the Vietnamese-American community, our organization was not affected as Helping Link moved out of the building months prior, relocating its operations to Renton. “I want to reach out to inform our friends […]

Message from the Executive Director – Giving Back in a Big Way

I am reaching out to express my gratitude for your support and contributions to Helping Link over the past three decades. This journey—and the vital services we provide to the Vietnamese-American community—couldn’t happen without YOU.  After being in Seattle’s “Little Saigon” neighborhood in the International District for many years Helping Link is moving to a […]

A Time to Give

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Mark your calendars! May 7-8 is #GiveBIG, a day where your generosity can make a huge impact on organizations such as Helping Link. Your support of Helping Link enables us to continue to provide vital classes and services to the Vietnamese-American community. The mission of Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối is to empower Vietnamese-Americans’ social adjustment, […]

Volunteer Orientation Schedule 2024

2024 Volunteer Orientation

  Volunteer Orientation Schedule 2024 6:30PM-7:30PM   Second Tuesday & fourth Wednesday of the month except otherwise indicated Only ONE Orientation in February, November, and December January – 9  & 24 July – 9 & 24 February – 28 August – 13 & 28 March – 12 & 27 September – 10 & 25 April […]

Message From the Board President

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  The falling leaves and colder weather bring awareness that our surroundings are changing again and that we need to adjust to this new landscape. Though Helping Link cannot just replace our spring jacket with a winter coat, we are adapting to our new environment.   We are nearing the conclusion of our search for […]

Honoring the Past, Honoring Traditions

  At Helping Link’s 30th Annual Gala our guests were treated to the inspirational and moving words of keynote speaker, Juliet Le. Here are excerpts from her speech.      “We will continue to be free in our doing” – Thich Nhat Hanh    Xin chào tất cả moi ngoui đến đây tối nay. Tên con […]