Tag: people
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Vinai, chef Yia Vang’s love letter to family and country, opens Tuesday in Northeast Minneapolis
Vinai is named after Ban Vinai, the refugee camp in Thailand where Vang’s parents met. The menu is structured to be family-style — meat platters feed several people, and side dishes and appetizers are … Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2024/07/29/vinai-chef-yia-vangs-love-letter-to-family-and-country-opens-in-northeast-minneapolis/
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Meet Suni Lee’s 5 Siblings: All About Her Brothers and Sisters
Suni Lee is supported by her five siblings: sisters Shyenne and Evionn and brothers Noah, Lucky and Jonah. Here’s everything to know about Suni Lee’s siblings. Full story: https://people.com/all-about-suni-lee-siblings-8682329
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Ancestors and artwork shine at museum shows
Diving into that history, he added, expands people’s view of “who were we before we were told we were this or that?” Finally, the museum unveiled a new career retrospective from one of Southeast … Full story: https://www.winonapost.com/news/ancestors-and-artwork-shine-at-museum-shows/article_4c64ed22-43ec-11ef-a494-c3192ef7e03d.html
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Songs and legends of the Ch’uan Miao, a Chinese minority. A book published by Graphe.it traces its history and folklore. – Carlo Franza’s blog
The fascinating tales and peculiar legends of a people with no written literature: the Ch’uan Miao, one of the minorities recognized by the Chinese government, better known to the general public as … Full story: https://www.thevermilion.com/songs-and-legends-of-the-chuan-miao-a-chinese-minority-a-book-published-by-graphe-it-traces-its-history-and-folklore-carlo-franzas-blog/article_4111/
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Increasing COVID-19 vaccinations through community-based solutions
Researchers found positively boosting motivation and taking an active, relational approach to community engagement increased the likelihood of people getting their first COVID-19 vaccine by 6.9 times. Full story: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-06-covid-vaccinations-community-based-solutions.html
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US updates ethnic data on Asian Americans
The update comes as the AAPI community ranks as the fastest-growing racial group in the US, with more than 20 different Asian ethnic groups. The community is expected to number over 40 million people … Full story: https://global.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202406/07/WS666277b6a31082fc043cb6f1.html
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Hmong community among groups pushing for change in U.S. Census
Yao Yaj is the executive director of the Minnesota Hmong Chamber of Commerce and says Hmong people mostly identify as Southeast Asian because of migration and other parts of their history. Full story: https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/breaking-the-news/hmong-community-among-groups-pushing-change-in-census/89-006d22ee-0494-4dc5-8776-878a4c85219b
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Strawberry success: How Iu Mien families grew a network of strawberry farming in Sacramento
Today, there are more than 15,000 Iu Mien people in the greater Sacramento area and about 100 Iu Mien strawberry farms in the Sacramento and Sonoma valleys. Full story: https://www.abc10.com/article/news/community/race-and-culture/sacramento-iu-mien-families-grew-strawberry-farming/103-787bd89b-c03e-481d-b541-e8e45a00d40f
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Vocational restaurants in Laos cook up a brighter future for young people
It was at Khaiphaen, a charming restaurant two hours away in Luang Prabang, that Ms. Xiong learned to dream. The Laotian fusion eatery trained her to prepare and serve food for the tourists who flock … Full story: https://www.csmonitor.com/text_edition/World/Making-a-difference/2024/0515/laos-vocational-restaurants-hospitality-industry
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Good Works: Hmong center strengthens local bonds
The Hmong people are an integral part of the greater La Crosse community, and Mai Tia Yang, serving as both a board member and program manager at the Hmong Cultural … Full story: https://lacrossetribune.com/life-entertainment/local/good-works-hmong-center-strengthens-local-bonds/article_a74dee58-113f-11ef-bc40-4bd0dbaaf160.html
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Good Works: Hmong center strengthens local bonds
The Hmong people are an integral part of the greater La Crosse community, and Mai Tia Yang, serving as both a board member and program manager at the Hmong Cultural & Community Center, embodies … Full story: https://lacrossetribune.com/life-entertainment/local/article_a74dee58-113f-11ef-bc40-4bd0dbaaf160.html
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Flags to fly at half-staff May 14 in honor of Hmong-Lao Veterans Day
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) – Tuesday, Hmong-Lao veterans will be recognized for their efforts during the Vietnam War. In 2021, Gov. Tony Evers designated the day to honor and remember the Hmong people who … Full story: https://www.wsaw.com/2024/05/13/flags-fly-half-staff-may-14-honor-hmong-lao-veterans-day/
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Flags to fly at half-staff May 14 in honor of Hmong-Lao Veterans Day
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) – Tuesday, Hmong-Lao veterans will be recognized for their efforts during the Vietnam War. In 2021, Gov. Tony Evers designated the day to honor and remember the Hmong people … Full story: https://www.wsaw.com/2024/05/13/flags-fly-half-staff-may-14-honor-hmong-lao-veterans-day/
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Hmong Youth Day in Eau Claire celebrates area kids
The Eau Claire Area Hmong Mutual Assistance Association is recognizing kids in the Chippewa Valley. Saturday was Hmong Youth Day, and people from the area celebrated kids who are making a difference … Full story: https://www.wqow.com/eye-on-eau-claire/hmong-youth-day-in-eau-claire-celebrates-area-kids/article_65186b1e-0fdf-11ef-ae2e-8b38371dd18c.html
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Hmong Youth Day in Eau Claire celebrates area kids
EAU CLAIRE (WQOW) – The Eau Claire Area Hmong Mutual Assistance Association is recognizing kids in the Chippewa Valley. Saturday was Hmong Youth Day, and people from the area celebrated kids who … Full story: https://www.wqow.com/eye-on-eau-claire/hmong-youth-day-in-eau-claire-celebrates-area-kids/article_65186b1e-0fdf-11ef-ae2e-8b38371dd18c.html
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Sheboygan South Hmong Student Organization to host Hmong veteran event
Sheboygan South High students to honor Hmong veterans, culture with community presentation Hmong Student Organization leaders hope people who attend will learn about Hmong veterans’ contributions … Full story: https://www.sheboyganpress.com/story/news/education/2024/05/10/sheboygan-south-hmong-student-organization-to-host-hmong-veteran-event/73628758007/