STATELINE-Immigrants Prevented or Minimized Population Loss in a Fifth of U.S. Counties
The factory jobs require more technical skills and English fluency. One factory is planning to bring Hmong refugees from La Crosse, Wisconsin, 30 miles down the river, to fill jobs in Winona County. …
EXTending a hand: Pick a fun 4-H project for 2019
We are also proud to be cooperating with Eau Claire Area Hmong Mutual Assistance Association to support an after school club. With teen help we may be able to offer a number of affordable day …
Some see less funding as CDBG grants fall
Councilman Andrew Werthmann asked why a community liaison position at the Eau Claire Hmong Mutual Assistance Association that had gotten $11,000 is only slated to receive $4,600 this year. “Because it …
Some see less funding as CDBG grants fall, emphasis goes on housing
Councilman Andrew Werthmann asked why a community liaison position at the Eau Claire Hmong Mutual Assistance Association that had gotten $11,000 is only slated to receive $4,600 this year. “Because it …
Why Refugees Don’t Go to College
Exemplifying this potential is the story of a Hmong refugee who came to Wisconsin as a young woman, resettled into a rural community in the Fox Valley, and graduated high school and college.
DeLong students celebrate Hmong Heritage Month
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) –Students at DeLong Middle School took center stage, in celebration of Hmong Heritage Month. More than 40 students took part in putting the performance together. Students …
Students sing and dance to celebrate Hmong Heritage Month
Eau Claire (WQOW)- Hmong students at DeLong Middle School shared a piece of their culture with their classmates Thursday, through song and dance. As part of Hmong Heritage Month, 45 Hmong …
Can Milwaukee’s communities of color cash in on the Democratic National Convention?
Thirty community members attended a workshop this week sponsored jointly by the Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce and the American Indian Chamber of Commerce on how to prepare for the city’s moment …
‘The Milwaukee Anthology’ collects some—but not the sum—of Milwaukee’s diverse voices
Instead, the pages will bring you to Riverwest, Sherman Park, the South Side, the Clarke Street School playground, Hmong New Year or the 7 Mile Fair. This book gathers the lesser-heard and necessary …
Diversity in Business Awards: Morin helping lead Hispanic community to more progress
In addition to his service to LULAC – he has served as the organization’s state secretary for Wisconsin and as Midwest vice president – Morin serves on the board of directors of the Greater Milwaukee …
‘We define authenticity as intention’: In Minneapolis, a chef’s panel explores who ‘owns’ Asian food
Among them was Yia Vang, the Wisconsin-raised Hmong chef of Union Kitchen. Vang is set to record a live podcast for The Corner Table at the Cap Times Idea Fest this September. “For most of my career, …
Wisconsin Better Business Bureau-Serving Wisconsin: Awards $25,000 in scholarships to Wisconsin high school seniors
Emily Anderson (Kaukauna High School; Marquette University), Elizabeth Bertram (New Holstein High School; UW-River Falls), Gorejer Her (Hmong American Peace Academy; UW-Madison), Jorge Jurado-Garcia …
BBB Serving Wisconsin Awards $25,000 in Scholarships
Emily Anderson (Kaukauna High School; Marquette University), Elizabeth Bertram (New Holstein High School; UW-River Falls), Gorejer Her (Hmong American Peace Academy; UW-Madison), Jorge Jurado …
New Hmong center is saving lives
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) –A new Hmong community center is changing lives. Hmoob Kaj Siab provides services for Southeast Asian elders living in Dane County including a daily meal, exercise and culturally …
How Evers’ Proposed Budget Would Impact UW-Milwaukee & The Challenges Of Funding The UW-System
During the Vietnam War the U.S. Air Force was involved in a secret mission to train a group of Hmong soldiers in Laos to fly military planes. It was part of a campaign by the CIA working behind the …
Women’s Giving Circle Opens Grant Application Period
Past grants have been awarded to the Children’s Museum of Eau Claire, the Chippewa Valley Free Clinic, the Hmong Mutual Assistance Association, and many more local groups over the years. More …
“Dream Big 2056” celebrates the Hmong community in Marathon County
Marathon County (WAOW) — The 4th annual “Dream Big 2056” is coming to the Garden Hilton Inn Wausau on Saturday. The event welcomes all of Marathon County to celebrate how far the Hmong …
Hmong dinner raises money for higher education scholarships
Wausau For another year, the Wausau community will help support Marathon County students who serve in the Hmong community. To tell us how you can help and share a piece of their culture was Yauo Yang …
