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 Herâs 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 Womenâs Voices
Smithsonian intern shares her experience observing an oral history interview for We Do Declare, highlighting how womenâs 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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Sacramento initiative connects Hmong youth internationally, fosters cultural exchange
Later this year, a group of Hmong American young women from Sacramento will travel to Laos to finally meet their yearlong pen pals in person. They are part of Hmong Youth Beyond Borders (HYBB), a … 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. âSecret Warâ 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 Theaterâs powerful âSixpackâ
A funny, absorbing and very rewarding 90-minute theater piece that chronicles the friendship of two St. Paul girls.â … 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 Theaterâs powerful âSixpackâ
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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Theater review: The Hmong women are tough and funny in Jungle Theaterâs powerful âSixpackâ
Fifty years ago, Hmong people first arrived in Minnesota as refugees from the wars of Southeast Asia. In their Laotian homeland, they were earmarked for destruction for having aided the U.S. side in … 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 âSuper Showâ
Over the 50 years since the first Vietnam War-era Southeast Asian refugees arrived in the U.S., thereâs been hardship â 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
âWe’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 Womenâs 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
Tags: American, association, community, county, Hmong, Hmong American, immigration, march, rights, story, week, womenLearn more about immigration rights; join Walkerâs Point Association in a community gathering; share how you feel with the Hmong American Womenâs 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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UWECâs Jesse Yang Receives âOutstanding Women of Color in Educationâ 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/