Tag: discussion
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Milwaukee’s declaration of racism as public health crisis helped inform COVID-19 response: Panel
On Friday the YWCA of Southeast Wisconsin hosted a panel discussion on racism as a public health crisis with local leaders and community advocates. Read Full Article
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ONLINE: Modern Jungles: The Hmong Refugee Experience
The Wisconsin Historical Society hosts a panel discussion exploring the themes of its new Society Press book Modern Jungles: A Hmong Refugees Childhood Story of Survival. Drawing from both personal … Read Full Article
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Listen MKE: Asian Americans Speak Out Against Hate And Bigotry
Watch the latest Listen MKE discussion on racism faced by the Asian American community in Wisconsin live on Facebook on Monday, March 29 at 12 p.m. Read Full Article
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Biden campaign: Meets Hmong Veteran Cher Kai Xiong in Wisconsin
The fact that he just wanted to be able to have that one-on-one discussion with a Hmong veteran! I mean, that means a lot to members of the Hmong community.” Earlier this week, Vice President Joe … Read Full Article
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Teachers share concerns over going back to school in candid discussion
A group of 10 educators joined a Zoom discussion with Pete Zervakis to discuss an unprecedented time in their profession. Read Full Article
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Hmong leader holds town hall on policing, budget
An organization led by an Eau Claire city councilwoman will host an online discussion this evening about policing and the city budget. Read Full Article
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Senator Tina Smith and health care leaders discuss health inequities in Minnesota
Senator Tina Smith and Protect Our Care Minnesota were joined by a panel of Minnesota health care leaders and racial justice experts for a roundtable discussion on health inequities … Read Full Article
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Virtual events with Wisconsin Veterans Museum
Grab some popcorn and a seat in your favorite chair and join us for a movie night and virtual discussion with the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Staff. The first movie is “The Longest Day”, starring John … Read Full Article
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Dunn County board rejects proposal for shortened Red Cedar Speedway season
Support for the Hmong community Following discussion between the U.S. administration and the Laos government, the county board adopted a resolution stating its support of the Hmong community. Read Full Article
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The Hmong American community, power, privilege and a place in Asian America
Former policeman Tou Thao’s role in George Floyd’s death raises a discussion about how the refugee community is harmed by the Asian model minority myth. Read Full Article
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Ex-Officer Who Stood By as George Floyd Died Highlights Complex Asian American, Black Relations
Minneapolis police Officer Tou Thao, a Hmong American, standing with his back turned as a white officer knelt on George Floyd’s neck has ignited a discussion about how to approach the topic of … Read Full Article
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Asian American leaders discuss SBC ministry challenges
Calling it ‘a new day,’ Peter Yanes said he was encouraged by the tenor and content of discussion during the first online meeting Thursday (April 30) of the Southern Baptist Convention Asian American … Read Full Article
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Alders table Hmong, Lao resolution
Alders tabled Sun Prairie Mayor Paul Esser’s resolution supporting Hmong and Lao residents on the March 17 Sun Prairie City Council agenda. But Esser said he had some discussion with a member of the … Read Full Article
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‘One Read Eau Claire’ Examines Hmong History
“One Read Eau Claire,” a monthly, community-wide book discussion series, will host three separate (and simultaneous) conversations about Jane Hamilton-Merritt’s Tragic Mountains: The Hmong, the … Read Full Article
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WATCH: Leaders voice concerns regarding deportations of Hmong, Lao residents
They negotiated a possible deal that would result in the return of Hmong to Laos. The discussion of deportations comes after U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo met with Saleumxay Kommasith, a foreign … Read Full Article