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Jasmine Beauty School

Kevin Hùng La immigrated to the U.S. in 1989 and worked tirelessly through his youth to support his family while pursuing his education. In 2019, he and his wife founded Jasmine Beauty School—one of the first bilingual cosmetology schools in San Diego. Guided by the principle “skill must go hand in hand with ethics,” the school has trained over 2,000 students, helping them build stable careers. His dedication to education and empowerment has made a lasting impact, uplifting both the Vietnamese and local communities through professional development and opportunity in the beauty industry.

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“I Was There” is a storytelling project that documents the journey of the Vietnamese diaspora and honors their resilience, accomplishments, and contributions to our community.

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