This grassroots organization seeks the common ground necessary to bring forth the best of the American culture and the Samoan culture, while combining efforts to address challenges and obstacles facing our society. Understanding complete and successful assimilation into the American culture, while maintaining cultural value and traditions, is a primary goal of the committee. Protocol is predicated on key individuals representing all facets of the community to serve as liaisons / representatives in the development and nurturing of a symbiotic union.