Diep Vuong

Diep N. Vuong is a prominent figure in the nonprofit sector, serving as the President and Co-Founder of the Pacific Links Foundation. Based in Santa Clara, California, she has extensive experience across multiple sectors, including nonprofit work, technology, and international development. Her expertise lies particularly in supply chain solutions, strategic corporate social responsibility (CSR) partnerships, and organizational development.

Background and Education

Diep N. Vuong immigrated to the United States from Vietnam as a refugee. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Harvard University, where she received several honors for her academic achievements. She also pursued graduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley, focusing on Economics with an emphasis on Development Economics, and earned a Master of Public Administration from San Jose State University.

Career Achievements

At Pacific Links Foundation, Vuong has been instrumental in creating large-scale empowerment programs aimed at combating human trafficking and forced labor. She has established CSR partnerships with multinational corporations and developed innovative tools to address these critical issues. Notably, she launched virtual learning and tutoring platforms that have empowered thousands of young women to pursue careers in information technology.

Recognition

In 2018, Diep was awarded the Henley & Partners Global Citizen Award, recognizing her significant contributions to fighting human trafficking and advocating for human rights globally. This award highlights her visionary approach to preventing trafficking and rescuing victims.