Tag: community
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Hmong teenagers cycle hundreds of kilometers
Chu and Hinh from the Hmong community, embarked from the remote mountains of the far north on a bicycle journey to Hanoi. Full story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/trend/hmong-teenagers-cycle-hundreds-of-kilometers-4736525.html
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Hmong mother of students at ECASD hopeful with Gov. Evers signing Hmong history bill into law
Pa Thoa believes brighter days are ahead for the Hmong community in the Chippewa Valley with the signing of a new state education bill. Full story: https://www.weau.com/2024/04/05/hmong-mother-students-ecasd-hopeful-with-gov-evers-signing-hmong-history-bill-into-law/
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New Appleton dining initiative dishes culture with traditional Hmong meals for seniors
On Tuesday, the Outagamie County Nutrition Program introduced its first Senior Meal Restaurant Program for the Hmong community in Appleton. Full story: https://fox11online.com/news/local/appleton-serves-up-new-hmong-dining-program-dishes-out-culture-mays-kitchen-restaurant-program-healthy-free
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Activists call for action after no charges filed in fatal police shooting of Yia Xiong
Community members say having a Hmong-speaking responder could have saved Yia Xiong’s life. Family members say the man who was shot and killed by St. Paul police last year was partially deaf, couldn’t … Full story: https://kstp.com/kstp-news/top-news/activists-call-for-action-after-no-charges-filed-in-fatal-police-shooting-of-yia-xiong/
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Hmong America Peace Academy launches foundation
Tags: American, charter school, community, Hmong, Hmong American, Milwaukee, peace, school, story, WisconsinAs Wisconsin’s first Hmong charter school, the Hmong American Peace Academy (HAPA) in Milwaukee has always seen itself as school and a community hub aimed … Full story: https://biztimes.com/hmong-america-peace-academy-launches-foundation/
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Hmong America Peace Academy launches foundation
As Wisconsin’s first Hmong charter school, the Hmong American Peace Academy (HAPA) in Milwaukee has always seen itself as school and a community hub aimed at improving the lives of its students, as … Full story: https://biztimes.com/hmong-america-peace-academy-launches-foundation/
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Need for Hmong interpreters grows as community in US ages
Several waves of Hmong people settled in the US after the Vietnam War. One of the largest communities is in North Carolina. Because the older generations did not grow up in the US, their English is … Full story: https://theworld.org/media/2024-03-21/need-hmong-interpreters-grows-community-us-ages
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Alaska Institute for Justice Receives $2M Gift for Human Rights Legal Services
Community interpreters speaking Turkish, Spanish, German, Korean, Hmong, Dinka, and Nuer gather at a Language Interpreter Center training on Interpretation Principles: Best Practices, Ethics, and … Full story: https://www.akbizmag.com/industry/nonprofits/alaska-institute-for-justice-receives-2m-gift-for-human-rights-legal-services/
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How Hmong and Karen community leaders are fighting youth addiction
Say Klo Wah, François Vang, Dr. Dziwe Ntaba and Abdirahman Mukhtar take part in a panel discussion on substance abuse and addiction in the Karen and Hmong communities at Washington Technology Magnet … Full story: https://www.mprnews.org/episode/2024/03/19/how-hmong-and-karen-community-leaders-are-fighting-youth-addiction
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Literary picks for week of March 17
It’s Read Brave St. Paul week, with events celebrating the young adult novel “Man O’ War” by Cory McCarthy, this year’s community book club title. Presented by the … Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2024/03/17/literary-picks-for-week-of-march-17/
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Human Services Department comes under fire for poor Hmong translation
Hmong community members and academics say the department’s Facebook message on Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare was riddled with errors. Full story: https://www.startribune.com/human-services-department-comes-under-fire-for-poor-hmong-translation/600351758/
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A H’mong girl’s journey, from kidnapped to attorney
In the Hmong community, parents of a kidnapped bride typically accept the situation, albeit reluctantly. However, So’s father was profoundly moved by his daughter’s desire and determination to pursue … Full story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/trend/a-hmong-girls-journey-from-kidnapped-to-attorney-4721696.html
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Outcry from parents leads Minneapolis Schools to reverse proposed cuts to Somali, Hmong heritage language programs
Minneapolis Public Schools has reversed proposed cuts to its heritage language programs after pushback from parents and community members. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/education/minneapolis-schools-reverses-heritage-language-program-cuts/
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‘Outright insulting’: Minnesota agency comes under fire for poor Hmong translation
Hmong community members say the Minnesota Department of Human services posted a bad translation in Hmong on its Facebook page. Somali speakers say a Somali version is also problematic. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/health/hmong-translation-minnesota-department-of-human-services/
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Minnesota DNR expands outreach to Karen, Hmong communities with new jobs
The Minnesota DNR is expanding outreach to the Karen and Hmong communities with two full-time job postings for community outreach coordinators. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/climate-environment/minnesota-dnr-job-postings-karen-hmong-community-outreach-coordinator/
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Fresno’s Rogue Festival Features Performance Of Latehomecomer, A Hmong Family Memoir
Hmong Community Celebrated With Performance Of Latehomecomer At Fresno Festival The Rogue Festival in Fresno’s Tower District showcases local talent through improv, comedy and storytelling. This year … Full story: https://www.kqed.org/news/11976897/fresnos-rogue-festival-features-performance-of-latehomecomer-a-hmong-family-memoir
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From vaccine distribution to breaking down barriers: What to know about Multicultural Coalition Inc.
Some organizations they support include NEW Hmong Professionals, Casa Hispana, People of Progression and POINTTERS Community Initiatives. “They do all the things they need and if they can’t get into a … Full story: https://www.postcrescent.com/story/news/local/2024/02/23/multicultural-coalition-works-to-support-fox-valley-cultural-organizations/72541432007/
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Madison Metropolitan School District hosts budget and facility sessions
The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is inviting stakeholders and community members to participate in the upcoming Budget and Facility Engagement Sessions. Full story: https://www.wkow.com/news/madison-metropolitan-school-district-hosts-budget-and-facility-sessions/article_00435562-cfa4-11ee-858d-d789054a21cd.html