Welcome to VIDA!


About VIDA

VIDA's mission is to empower all students to become agents of change in their communities and beyond; to foster education that meets the needs of the communities we serve; and to help develop pathways to meaningful participation in local, state, and federal government decision-making processes.

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VIDA office is now OPEN TO ALL!

Our office is open from Monday to Thursday, from 10 am to 5pm


Leadership and Social Change Graduation

Dear LSC Graduates,
 
We are excited to honor your perseverance and achievements on Monday, June 16, from 5:30-8 p.m., in the Conference rooms A & B.
 
Please fill out the RSVP form by Friday, May 23rd!  More information will be sent out after the form is filled out. You can contact us at romerocarrillobrenda@fhda.edu and vidaofficestaff@gmail.com with any questions or concerns. 
 
We hope to see you there!
 

Student Leadership Award

This award is for students who have exhibited extraordinary leadership on or off campus in their time at De Anza. This year recipients of the Student Leadership Award have the option to be recognized in the Office of College life Gala or in their respective identity affiliation graduation.

All De Anza student leaders are eligible. You may nominate multiple people.

STUDENTS MUST HAVE ALREADY RSVP'ED FOR IDENITITY AFFILATED GRADUATION

Please submit your nominations by Wed, May 28th , 2025. You may nominate yourself or someone else. For any questions or concerns, please contact: VIDA office staff at vidaofficestaff@gmail.com 

Nomination Link: Student Leadership Award 


Stand Up for Black Lives and Against White Supremacy

Young Black man wearing a face mask and holding a cardboard sign that says "Black Lives Matter" at an outdoor public demonstrationVIDA stands with those around the country, and the world, who are protesting the murder of George Floyd, and other Black people who have recently been murdered by the police.


 We need to keep fighting for change until the police no longer serve the interests of white supremacy. White supremacy remains a core part of every aspect of our society, from who gets loans for homes, to who is protected from COVID-19, to who is protected by police, and who is murdered by them. We will not stop our work until no more Black and Brown people are murdered by the police. We will not stop our work until White Supremacy is completely uprooted from our society. 


Engaged Learning

If you are looking for a community partner for your service learning class, visit our Engaged Learning webpage.


Donate to VIDA

students at state capitolVIDA could not exist without generous supporters who believe in the power of civic engagement. After the death of Senator Vasconcellos,  VIDA received an extraordinary pledge to perpetuate the vision of the Institute of Community and Civic Engagement. Community members Jim and Becky Morgan pledged a challenge grant of $198,000 over three years in honor of Senator Vasconcellos' long history of civic work. Your gift will help the program match their generous donation.

Important information to direct your gift to VIDA: 
 
  • Click the "Donate Now" button below.
  • Fill out the form with your information.
  • Under Program, choose "Other."
  • Type "VIDA" in the box and the amount you would like to donate.
Donate Now
For more information, contact Robin Latta at the Foothill-De Anza Foundation by emailing lattarobin@fhda.edu

Connect with us

Building: East Cottage

Director: Cynthia Kaufman

Program Coordinator: Dani Plascencia Delgado

  • Email:  plascenciadelgadodaniela@fhda.edu
  • Phone: 408.864.8993
  • Office Hours: Monday 1-3pm (online) and Thursday 1-3pm (in person).
  • Book an Appointment: Appointment via email

Student Staff: vidaofficestaff@gmail.com

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