Tag: Asian
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Hmong Americans celebrate their New Year in Siskiyou County
Hmong residents, who have roots in several Southeast Asian countries, gathered for celebrations in the California town of Weed. Full story: https://www.ijpr.org/music-arts-culture/2024-10-22/hmong-americans-celebrate-their-new-year-in-siskiyou-county
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We must dig deeper to see which students are most vulnerable to bullying
Bullying against California’s Asian American and Pacific Islander youth remains stubbornly high — affecting nearly 1 in 5 ninth and 11th graders, just above the statewide rate for all students. Full story: https://edsource.org/2024/we-must-dig-deeper-to-see-which-students-are-most-vulnerable-to-bullying/720671
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North Carolina’s Hmong families seek Asian food items, language access after Helene
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Hmong American families in North Carolina are seeking urgent assistance, particularly with Asian food items and language access. Helene, which made landfall as a … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/north-carolina-hmong-families-seek-192632060.html
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Hmong families impacted by Helene seek Asian food items and language access services
Many of North Carolina’s Hmong residents live in western North Carolina, which was badly impacted by Helene. Community leaders say that families, especially older folks, need access to Asian food … Full story: https://www.wunc.org/race-class-communities/2024-10-11/hmong-helene-food-language-fema-assistance
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KRON4 sits with the first Hmong American crowned Miss Asian Global
KRON4 anchor Stephanie Lin speaks with the first Hmong American to be crowned Miss Asian Global, Raine Xiong. The Stanford student discusses her pageant journey and her future goals. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/kron4-sits-first-hmong-american-181650369.html
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Sheboygan South High alum emerges as first Hmong woman to win 2024 Miss Asian Global Pageant
Raine Xiong, a 2023 South High School graduate, was the first Hmong woman to win the title. She was also named Miss Hmong 2023. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/sheboygan-south-high-alum-emerges-094538493.html
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Sheboygan South High alum emerges as first Hmong woman to win 2024 Miss Asian Global Pageant
SHEBOYGAN – A South High alum won the 2024 Miss Asian Global Pageant, becoming the first Hmong woman to claim the title in the competition’s nearly 40-year history. Raine said winning the … Full story: https://www.sheboyganpress.com/story/news/local/2024/09/19/sheboygan-native-raine-xiong-wins-2024-miss-asian-global-pageant-first-hmong-woman/75274733007/
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Exhibition celebrating Asian history and culture now open in Hanford
A celebration of Asian History and culture is open now in Hanford.The second installment of the Carnegie Museum of Kings County opened on Friday in Downtown Han … Full story: https://kmph.com/news/local/exhibition-celebrating-asian-history-and-culture-now-open-in-hanford
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Students and faculty react to Act 266
Hmong professors and students at UWO said that they are excited for the steps being taken to include Hmong and Asian American history in the Wisconsin education curriculum from grades K -12. Last … Full story: https://advancetitan.com/arts-and-culture/2024/09/12/students-and-faculty-react-to-act-266
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Minority athletes hope their Olympic journeys will sway hearts and minds
Gabby Douglas and Simone Biles have ignited waves of Black participation in gymnastics. Sunisa Lee, who in Tokyo became the first Hmong-American and first Asian American to win women’s all-around gold … Full story: https://www.dailypioneer.com/2024/sports/minority-athletes-hope-their-olympic-journeys-will-sway-hearts-and-minds.html
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‘Breath of fresh air’: Kamala Harris’ presidential run inspires Minnesota’s South Asian community
South Asian and Indian voters in Minnesota say they’re excited that Kamala Harris is running for president. Minnesota has 53,000 Indian Americans. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/democracy-politics/election-2024/kamala-harris-minnesota-indian-south-asian-voters/
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Asian American leaders worry that U.S. Census Bureau’s refusal to reclassify groups could harm access to resources
Census Bureau Director Robert Santos met with Minnesota community members last month, and said his office would not change how it classified several ethnic groups. Full story: https://www.startribune.com/asian-american-leaders-worry-that-us-census-refusal-to-reclassify-groups-could-harm-access-to-resources/601130323
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Mekong Night Festival celebrates Southeast Asian culture in Altoona
The festival ran all day in Altoona’s River Prairie Park to celebrate Hmong and Southeast Asian culture in the Chippewa Valley. It included dancing performances, live music, a traditional outfit … Full story: https://www.wqow.com/news/mekong-night-festival-celebrates-southeast-asian-culture-in-altoona/article_36933ff4-5cf5-11ef-9c83-d34e3afacba7.html
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Asia’s Best Brings a Pan-Asian Hub to Fortuna
At roughly 8,500 square feet, the newly opened Asia’s Best grocery store in Fortuna (727 S. Fortuna Blvd.) can be a little overwhelming in … Full story: https://www.northcoastjournal.com/eat-drink/asias-best-brings-a-pan-asian-hub-to-fortuna-30594608
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Rep. Hong hosts second Korean BBQ to celebrate AAPI vote
Representative Francesca Hong hosted her second annual Korean BBQ Bash to bring focus on Asian American voting efforts and reach her new constituents. Hong’s new district now encompasses more of the … Full story: https://madison365.com/rep-hong-hosts-second-korean-bbq-to-celebrate-aapi-vote/
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Mary Sanchez: If Kamala Harris is a DEI vice president, is Usha Vance a DEI bride?
That’s a leg up to success that doesn’t play out for all Asian groups. Others — Hmong, Vietnamese, Koreans — had different starts in life, with the first generation migrating often without English … Full story: https://www.sunjournal.com/2024/08/11/mary-sanchez-if-kamala-harris-is-a-dei-vice-president-is-usha-vance-a-dei-bride/