Tag: American
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Art Meets Activism in ‘Breaking the Frame’: Solo Shows Take Aim at Harmful Stereotypes at the Japanese National Museum
The Daniel K. Inouye National Center for the Preservation of Democracy at the Japanese American National Museum (JANM) presents “Breaking the Frame: Two Solo … Full story: https://www.coloradoboulevard.net/breaking-the-frame/
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Family of ICE-detained Hmong American man speaks out
The family of a Hmong American man is asking for help in getting him released from a Michigan immigration detention facility. Colin Jackson has more. Full story: https://www.wemu.org/michigan-news/2025-08-08/family-of-ice-detained-hmong-american-man-speaks-out
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Sacramento initiative connects Hmong youth internationally, fosters cultural exchange
Later this year, a group of Hmong American young women from Sacramento will travel to Laos to finally meet their yearlong pen pals in person. They are part of Hmong Youth Beyond Borders (HYBB), a … Full story: https://www.capradio.org/articles/2025/08/07/sacramento-initiative-connects-hmong-youth-internationally-fosters-cultural-exchange/
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Minnesota Rep. Kaohly Vang Her announces bid for mayor of St. Paul
American lawmaker said in her announcement that St. Paul ‘needs safe streets, strong schools, and thriving neighborhoods.’ … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6891879e5c27488db2c5616af11ee0ce&url=https%3a%2f%2fbringmethenews.com%2fminnesota-news%2fminnesota-rep-kaohly-vang-her-announces-bid-for-mayor-of-st-paul&c=9309014169469608068&mkt=en-us
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Fantasy and Fabrication Through a Hmong American Lens
The first survey of artist Pao Houa Her’s photo-based work explores images shaped by longing, loss, and cultural inheritance. Full story: https://www.vogue.com/article/pao-houa-her-the-imaginative-landscape
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Milwaukee Youth Council gets funding for unhoused youths, suicide prevention help passed
Tags: American, association, family, help, Hmong, Hmong American, Milwaukee, neighborhood, news, spring, storyThe funds went to Walker’s Point Youth & Family Center, Hmong American Friendship Association, Pathfinders Milwaukee, and Silver Spring Neighborhood Center. Full story: https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/2025/08/01/milwaukee-council-signs-grants-for-unhoused-youths-suicide-prevention/85447466007/
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New Asian-American Restaurant to Launch on Thursday
Krazian Fuzian is touted as offering a “uniquely flavorful blend of Asian and American traditions.” Envisioned as not just a restaurant, Krazian Fuzian is also intended as a vibrant and welcoming … Full story: https://whbl.com/2025/07/30/new-asian-american-restaurant-to-launch-on-thursday/
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Sammy’s celebrates its comeback year on Del Paso Blvd. in North Sacramento
F luffy pancakes, sizzling sausages and country fried steak were on the menu Saturday as the classic American diner Sammy’s celebrated one year of being reopened in Old North Sacramento. The cozy … Full story: https://www.msn.com/
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Hmong American Peace Academy to receive Northwestern Mutual funding for four projects
Northwestern Mutual Foundation is pledging $4.5 million in 2025 to support 70 local schools and nonprofits, according to a June 17 news release. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/hmong-american-peace-academy-receive-100921955.html
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‘Proud to be Americans’
JayLee YANG, A MEMBER OF THE SOUTHWEST NKAUJ HMOOB DANCERS, holds up one side of an American flag as attendees of Saturday’s commemoration of Hmong and Lao veterans in the war in southeast Asia recite … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6866aede873544369b72a058da9a3af0&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.headlightherald.com%2farticle%2f910%2cproud-to-be-americans&c=15441253135226795973&mkt=en-us
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Acclaimed Minnesota Hmong American artist Pao Houa Her takes over Sheboygan for retrospective
Bingo numbers were called out in Hmong and English. Elders dropped chips onto their boards. The ’70s-style wood paneled walls of the dining hall were adorned with photographs of … Full story: https://www.startribune.com/acclaimed-minnesota-hmong-american-artist-pao-houa-her-takes-over-sheboygan-for-retrospective/601378549
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Acclaimed Minnesota Hmong American artist Pao Houa Her takes over Sheboygan for retrospective
SHEBOYGAN, Wis. ― It was a little after noon at the Hmong Mutual Assistance Association on a warm day in June. Hmong elders had finished their lunches and were getting ready to play bingo. “If you win … Full story: https://www.msn.com/
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Hmong youth capture Hmong culture in Milwaukee through national storytelling initiative
Local Hmong youth recently celebrated their culture and heritage with a storytelling exhibition. It was on display at the Hmong American Peace Academy in Milwaukee. Full story: https://www.wuwm.com/race-ethnicity/2025-06-25/hmong-youth-capture-hmong-culture-in-milwaukee-through-national-storytelling-initiative
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Wisconsin’s 20 Most Influential Asian American Leaders for 2025, Part 2
This is the second of a five-part series. Part one is here. Krissie Fung Krissie Fung is associate director and program manager for Zero Youth Corrections at the civic engagement and social justice … Full story: https://madison365.com/wisconsins-20-most-influential-asian-american-leaders-for-2025-part-2/