Tag: Laos
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A New Perspective on Southeast Asia’s Hmong
What could the Hmong people in his native country of Laos gain from the initiative, Yang asked, and what implications might it hold for Hmong communities worldwide? The Hmong are a minority group with … Full story: https://www.sixthtone.com/news/1016442
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US ‘Secret War’ remembered as Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin visits Laos
Al Jazeera looks back at the most devastating period in Laos’s history, when the US waged a years-long ‘Secret War’. Full story: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/21/us-secret-war-remembered-as-secretary-of-defense-lloyd-austin-visits-laos
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I’m a naturalized citizen, Michigan state rep. Mass deportation plans scare me.
to support America’s efforts against communism. My parents fled the persecution of Hmong tribes by the communist regime in Laos, spending years hiding in the jungle before reaching a U.N. refugee camp … Full story: https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/contributors/2024/11/14/trump-mass-deportation-michigan-hmong-state-rep/76265464007/
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UNPO and the CWHP Advocate for Hmong Rights in Laos through UPR Submission and Report for the UN Special Rapporteur on Cultural Rights
In October, UNPO, in collaboration with the Congress of World Hmong People (CWHP), submitted a Universal Periodic Review (UPR) to the United Nations Office of … Full story: https://unpo.org/unpo-and-the-cwhp-advocate-for-hmong-rights-in-laos-through-upr-submission-and-report-for-the-un-special-rapporteur-on-cultural-rights/
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UNPO Submits Input for Special Rapporteur on Cultural Rights’ Visit to Laos
The UNPO, in collaboration with the Congress of World Hmong People, is pleased to announce that on 15 October 2024 has submitted a report to the UN Special … Full story: https://unpo.org/unpo-submits-input-for-special-rapporteur-on-cultural-rights-visit-to-laos/
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Classic ballet ‘Swan Lake’ takes flight at Fargo Theatre
The Hmong family moved to Minnesota in 1980 from a refugee camp in Thailand after fleeing the Hmong genocide in Laos. The poet will talk about her works at the Moorhead Public Library at 2 p.m. Full story: https://www.inforum.com/lifestyle/arts-and-entertainment/classic-ballet-swan-lake-takes-flight-at-fargo-theatre
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From Laos to Legos: Vadnais Heights man uses toy bricks to share Hmong culture
Greg Rhodes, a Lego enthusiast, created a 3D diorama using Legos to depict Hmong history and culture, inspired by traditional Hmong story cloths. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/laos-legos-vadnais-heights-man-032353869.html
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“From Laos to America;” Wausau museum looks for new home
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) – “From Laos to America” is home to the country’s largest collection of Lao and Hmong Cultural artifacts. Currently, it’s located in Wausau, but its curator says they need a new … Full story: https://www.wsaw.com/2024/09/19/laos-america-wausau-museum-looks-new-home/
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Government fails in follow-up review of key civil and political rights
Tags: Asia, government, human, human rights, international, Lao, Laos, nations, region, review, rights, story, welcomeThe International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the Lao Movement for Human Rights (LMHR) welcome the assessment by the United Nations (…) … Full story: https://www.fidh.org/en/region/asia/laos/laos-government-fails-in-follow-up-review-of-key-civil-and-political
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Suni Lee wins all-around bronze medal, Hmong community celebrates in St. Paul
Her success on an international stage has shed light on a group of people who have long been overlooked since fleeing Laos in the 1970s. Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2024/08/01/olympics-suni-lee-wins-bronze-medal-hmong-community-celebrates-in-st-paul/
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Suni Lee’s Mom Explained What ‘Hurts’ Her About Her Daughter’s Olympic Career
Thoj made the comments after Lee won a gold all-around medal in the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. According to ABC News, Thoj and her partner John Lee, are “Hmong immigrants from Laos.” They are raising a … Full story: https://heavy.com/sports/olympics/yeev-thoj-suni-lee-mom/
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From Laos to Paris: All about gymnast Suni Lee’s biggest fans, her parents
Suni Lee’s parents are a huge part of her Olympic journey. She’s now a two- time gold medal Olympic champion after winning the women’s gymnastics team final July 30. While her talent and dedication … Full story: https://www.today.com/parents/family/suni-lee-parents-rcna164458