Hmong Community Celebrates 50 Years of Resettlement in Wisconsin
On May 14, the state Capitol was alive with festivities as members of the Hmong community gathered to celebrate Hmong American Day, marking the 50th anniversary of the Hmong people’s resettlement in the United States. This significant event pays tribute to over 100,000 Hmong immigrants who fled Vietnam and Laos between the mid-1970s and late 1990s due to persecution and discrimination following their support for U.S. forces during the Vietnam War.
Today, the Hmong community stands as the largest Asian-American Pacific Islander ethnic group in Wisconsin, with approximately 58,000 residents. The celebration offered a moment of reflection on their rich cultural heritage and resilience.
Amidst the festivities, community leaders emphasized the need for continued investment in Wisconsin’s Southeast Asian communities. They urged state officials to recognize the unique challenges faced by Hmong individuals and families, advocating for greater resources and support to ensure their needs are met as they thrive in their new home.
This celebration not only honors the past but also seeks to strengthen the future for the Hmong community in Wisconsin, emphasizing the importance of unity and investment in cultural diversity.
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