VIA (formerly Volunteers in Asia) is a private, non-profit, non-religious organization dedicated to increasing understanding between the United States and Asia through service and education. Since 1963, our
Asia Programs have provided U.S. Residents with an opportunity to work and live within an Asian culture while meeting the needs of Asian host institutions. We currently offer long-term and summer programs in
Cambodia,
China,
Indonesia,
Myanmar,
Thailand and
Vietnam. Our
Stanford Programs offer a wide range of short-term, international study programs between the U.S. and Asia and among various Asian nations. We currently offer two short-term spring programs and three summer programs for students focused on a variety of themes, including
language and culture,
service learning, and
healthcare.