Tag: support
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Addiction recovery group serves lunch to La Crosse public service workers
The peer support group Hmong to Hmoob hosted its first-ever lunch for public service workers. Hmong to Hmoob members said they want to “desensitize the stigma between law enforcement and active users. Full story: https://www.news8000.com/news/addiction-recovery-group-serves-lunch-to-la-crosse-public-service-workers/article_3288347c-6719-11ef-8ec9-8b5f7e090a3c.html
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Local groups mobilize to support immigrant access to the polls
Some local organizations are working to ensure voters in Latino, Somali, African diaspora and Hmong communities have the information and support they need to register to vote in the upcoming primary … Full story: https://www.mprnews.org/story/2024/08/12/local-groups-mobilize-to-support-immigrant-access-to-the-polls
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Katie Ka Vang and Theater Mu Receive 2024 Joyce Award
Katie Ka Vang and Theater Mu today were announced as recipients of the Joyce Foundation’s 2024 Joyce Awards, receiving a landmark grant of $100,000 to support a new commission, including $30,000 … Full story: https://www.broadwayworld.com/minneapolis/article/Katie-Ka-Vang-and-Theater-Mu-Receive-2024-Joyce-Award-20240731
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State senator makes his way to Paris to support constituent Suni Lee
One of the state’s most recognizable athletes is Suni Lee from Saint Paul, and her State Sen. Foung Hawj, is a certifiable super fan. His video went viral Thursday, posting it to X with “his version” … Full story: https://www.kare11.com/article/sports/olympics/journey-to-paris/state-senator-foung-hawj-paris-support-suni-lee/89-fb24ed30-33d2-4caf-95ac-31cd19735a11
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Hmong senator en route to Paris to support Suni Lee, helped bring gymnastics trials to Minnesota
About two dozen Minnesotans — including gold medalist and St. Paul native Suni Lee will attend the unconventional and unprecedented Opening Ceremony of the Summer Games in Paris. Sen. Foung Hawj, … Full story: https://www.mprnews.org/story/2024/07/26/hmong-senator-olympics-paris-suni-lee-gymnastics-trials-minnesota
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How Hmong women in Wisconsin are tackling domestic violence in their communities
A women-led movement is pushing back against patriarchal attitudes and offering support to survivors of domestic violence. Full story: https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/wisconsin/2024/07/22/hmong-women-in-wisconsin-tackling-domestic-violence/74380991007/
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How Hmong women in Wisconsin are tackling domestic violence in their communities
The movement, led by Hmong women, is pushing back against patriarchal attitudes and offering support to survivors of domestic violence. Full story: https://www.minnpost.com/other-nonprofit-media/2024/07/how-hmong-women-in-wisconsin-are-tackling-domestic-violence-in-their-communities/
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Wisconsin sees promise in ‘housing first’ support of domestic violence survivors
It offers culturally specific safe housing services, counseling and representation in mediation processes to Hmong women who experience domestic violence. (Kara Counard for Wisconsin Watch) Reading … Full story: https://wisconsinwatch.org/2024/07/wisconsin-domestic-violence-housing-survivors-hmong/
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STAFF NOTE: Community Support Needed to Revive Important Community Event
Working at Volume One has given me a taste of what’s involved behind the scenes to create a successful event. While my role is typically confined to humble tasks like handing out programs at Best … Full story: https://volumeone.org/articles/2024/07/11/345646-staff-note-community-support-needed-to-revive
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IVSC offers thanks
Whew! What generosity! The community really came together to support the 2024 Indian Valley Summer Camp this year. Full story: https://www.trinityjournal.com/opinion/community_kudos/article_28c87f40-3e4d-11ef-8074-3b23e9e15bb1.html
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Your letters: Resident encourages support of Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act
Dear editor, As many of us know, Marathon County is home to one of the largest concentrations of Hmong in the country. The Hmong were vital partners to … Full story: https://wausaupilotandreview.com/2024/06/13/your-letters-resident-encourages-support-of-hmong-congressional-gold-medal-act/
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Sheboygan students launch Hmong Women For Hmong Women group, aim to foster multigenerational understanding
SHEBOYGAN – Sharing similar experiences and dealing with generational challenges as young Hmong women, South High junior Jansunee Moua and her friends decided they wanted to create a support group. To … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/sheboygan-students-launch-hmong-women-095033332.html
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Prevail Bank donates to Junior Achievement, Hmong American Center
Prevail Bank recently donated $3,200 to Junior Achievement and $2,000 to the Hmong American Center. Junior Achievement is based in Marathon County in support of student youth educational programming … Full story: https://wausaupilotandreview.com/2024/05/20/prevail-bank-donates-to-junior-achievement-hmong-american-center/
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Free summer camps to be offered by Fresno Unified
Free summer camps are going to be offered by Fresno Unified to support academic growth in children. Officials say their free summer camps will feature more than … Full story: https://www.yourcentralvalley.com/news/local-news/free-summer-camps-to-be-offered-by-fresno-unified/
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Alaska Institute for Justice Receives $2M Gift for Human Rights Legal Services
Alaska Institute for Justice received $2 million from Yield Giving’s open call to support critical human rights work in Alaska. Full story: https://www.akbizmag.com/industry/nonprofits/alaska-institute-for-justice-receives-2m-gift-for-human-rights-legal-services/
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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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Hennepin Healthcare summit gives Asian American youth hands-on experience with health care careers
The event was the latest in a series of efforts to support historically marginalized youth in pursuing health care careers. Full story: https://www.minnpost.com/race-health-equity/2024/02/hennepin-healthcare-summit-gives-asian-american-youth-hands-on-experience-with-health-care-careers/