Tag: women
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Kaohly Her wins St. Paul mayoral race as Democratic women make historic gains nationwide
Former Minnesota Rep. Kaohly Her (DFL) made history this November when she became the first Hmong person and the first woman mayor in St. Paul. The milestone was part … Full story: https://mndaily.com/296265/city/kaohly-her-wins-st-paul-mayoral-race-as-democratic-women-make-historic-gains-nationwide/
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From fighting for survival to leading out in the open
Hmong American women have come a long way over the last 50 years, and achieved another historic milestone with Kaohly Her’s election as mayor of St. Paul, Ka Vang writes. Full story: https://www.startribune.com/st-paul-elects-first-hmong-woman-mayor/601520371
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In an upset, voters choose Kaohly Her over two-time Mayor Melvin Carter
Her is the first woman to lead St. Paul and will work with the City Council made up of all women. Carter had sought a third term. Full story: https://www.minnpost.com/elections/2025/11/melvin-carter-kaohly-her-in-tight-race-for-st-paul-mayor/
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How Oral History Can Empower Women’s Voices
Smithsonian intern shares her experience observing an oral history interview for We Do Declare, highlighting how women’s voices are preserved and amplified through storytelling. Full story: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/blogs/smithsonian-american-womens-history-museum/2025/10/08/how-oral-history-can-empower-womens-voices/
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Sacramento initiative connects Hmong youth internationally, fosters cultural exchange
Mikayla Her is one of four Sacramento young women who will travel to Laos later this year as part of Hmong Youth Beyond Borders, an initiative that has mentored and fostered a relationship between the … Full story: https://www.capradio.org/articles/2025/08/07/sacramento-initiative-connects-hmong-youth-internationally-fosters-cultural-exchange/
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Unsung heroes: Hmong nurses had key role during U.S. ‘Secret War’ in Laos
As Hmong Americans mark the 50th anniversary of their arrival in the U.S. this year, the role of Hmong women, who were pressed into service as military nurses, is a less-known chapter. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/hmong-nurses-front-lines-secret-war/
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Theater review: The Hmong women are tough and funny in Jungle Theater’s powerful ‘Sixpack’
A funny, absorbing and very rewarding 90-minute theater piece that chronicles the friendship of two St. Paul girls.” … Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2025/06/02/theater-review-the-hmong-women-are-tough-and-funny-in-jungle-theaters-powerful-sixpack/
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Theater review: The Hmong women are tough and funny in Jungle Theater’s powerful ‘Sixpack’
Today, those of Hmong descent are an integral part of the Minnesota mosaic, but one of them, St. Paul-based playwright Katie Ka Vang, looked around and saw something missing. There were Hmong women … Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2025/06/02/theater-review-the-hmong-women-are-tough-and-funny-in-jungle-theaters-powerful-sixpack/
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Funny Asian Women Kollective to offer its take on Vietnam War anniversary
Super Show, featuring local and national comedians, is at 7:30 Saturday, April 19; tickets are available online. Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2025/04/17/funny-asian-women-kollective-brings-stand-up-and-sketch-comedy-to-upcoming-ordway-super-show/
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Funny Asian Women Kollective brings stand-up and sketch comedy to upcoming Ordway ‘Super Show’
Over the 50 years since the first Vietnam War-era Southeast Asian refugees arrived in the U.S., there’s been hardship — but there have also been plenty of comedic moments, which is where the St. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/articles/funny-asian-women-kollective-brings-013800360.html
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As funding for crime victims plummets, Wisconsin’s attorney general urges state to fill the gap
“We’re still trying to do everything we can to do the work and keep our doors open,” said Tammie Xiong, executive director of the Hmong American Women’s Association, or HAWA, in Milwauke … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6812f7a0ffe54dd09978269104f32b7a&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.jsonline.com%2fstory%2fnews%2flocal%2f2025%2f04%2f11%2fvoca-cuts-limit-services-for-domestic-violence-sexual-assault-victims%2f83015924007%2f&c=1945810489548296911&mkt=en-us
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5 things to know and do the week of March 24
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Tags: American, association, community, county, Hmong, Hmong American, immigration, march, rights, story, week, womenLearn more about immigration rights; join Walker’s Point Association in a community gathering; share how you feel with the Hmong American Women’s Association Inc.; meet the county supervisor of … Full story: https://milwaukeenns.org/2025/03/23/5-things-to-know-and-do-the-week-of-march-24/
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UWEC’s Jesse Yang Receives ‘Outstanding Women of Color in Education’ Award
Jesse Yang, a videographer in Integrated Marketing and Communications at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, is among the recipients of the 2024 Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award from … Full story: https://volumeone.org/sites/diversity/articles/2024/12/21/354802-videographer-jesse-yang-receives-outstanding
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Women of Distinction 2024: Maysee Herr, CEO of Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce
After a career in education, Maysee Herr now helps Hmong entrepreneurs, and entrepreneurs of all underserved communities, secure the resources and tools they need to succeed. Full story: https://www.milwaukeemag.com/women-of-distinction-2024-maysee-herr/
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The good — really good — but also the bad and the ugly among Hmong lives in Minnesota
From women’s rights and the success of Suni Lee to a Hmong homeless encampment in St. Paul, there are highs and lows. Full story: https://www.startribune.com/the-good-really-good-but-also-the-bad-and-the-ugly-among-hmong-lives-in-minnesota/601144761