Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association
Individual and Family ServicesMassachusetts, United States51-200 Employees
The Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association of Greater Lowell, Inc. (CMAA) is a not-for-profit organization based in Lowell, Massachusetts, founded in 1984. It operates within the Individual and Family Services sector, organized around serving the Cambodian community and, more broadly, residents of the Greater Lowell area. The organization is structured so that its members—primarily Cambodian community members in Lowell—are considered its owners, reflecting its community-led governance. CMAA’s activities have historically focused on addressing social needs and supporting integration, with recent collaborations that explore how cultural background, migration history, age, and socioeconomic factors influence substance use attitudes and behaviors, in partnership with local research entities and health organizations. The CMAA has engaged in programs addressing mental health and cultural support, and has partnerships with regional institutions to advance understanding of community health dynamics. The organization is linked with local universities and community partners, highlighting its role in bridging services and research to support Cambodian Americans in the Lowell area.