Hmong

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Hmong refugees resettling in the U.S., but what drove many out of Laos? And how have they made a home in Wisconsin, which is home to the third largest Hmong population in the country?

HAWA’s queer justice director talks community, transformative relationships, and allyship.

The new word recognition test tackles a stubborn disparity in healthcare: As the Hmong population ages, hearing loss is becoming a big problem. But few clinics are equipped to treat Hmong-speaking patients.

One event will partly honor Hmong and Lao soldiers who fought alongside U.S. troops in Vietnam.

Hmong American Friendship Association's Amoun Vang Sayaovong has seen first-hand the impact the organization has had. Learn about HAFA's origin, mission, programming and community impact.

The Hmong American Women's Association, or HAWA, is a Milwaukee-based non-profit organization that was founded in 1993 by a group of 13 Hmong women. HAWA provides culturally specific programming and resources for survivors and people experiencing sexual assault and domestic violence.

Milwaukee Recreation is adding new permanent courts for a 5,000-year-old Hmong game—a sport growing in popularity in the city. The group is keeping the tradition alive.

The Hmong American Women’s Association's mission is to invest in the safety and leadership of Southeast Asian women, girls, queer and trans people in Milwaukee. Tammie Xiong and Leana Yang of HAWA explain how they help the community navigate and process the rise of Anti-Asian violence and to work towards dismantling it.

Mayhoua Moua is the executive director of the Milwaukee Consortium of Hmong Health. Due to a lack of information in other languages, the CDC has relied heavily on community and non-profit organizations to get information out about COVID-19.

The Hmong American Women’s Association or HAWA has a new home at the Pabst Mansion. The group says the new space will help them in their mission of investing in the safety and leadership of Southeast Asian women, girls, queer, and trans people in Milwaukee.