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In the US, Hmong 'new year' recalls ancestral spirits while teaching traditions to new generations

As we honor 50 years of the Hmong journey in America, I’m humbled to share my speech about the next 50 years—Hope: our new era of achievement, unity, and possibility. Here’s to writing the next chapter—together. #Hmong #50YearsStrong #Next50 #HOPE #Legacy #HmongPride #FutureForward | Umeng David Thao

We Are the Manifestation of Our Ancestors’ Dreams — A Vision for the Hmong Future by J. Kou Vang In this powerful and heartfelt speech, we reflect on the extraordinary journey of the Hmong people—from the mountains of Laos and the 14-year Secret War, to refugee camps, to rebuilding new lives in America. What began as a single meeting in 1961 set in motion a story of struggle, resilience, and triumph that continues to define who we are today. For fifty years, the Hmong community has overcome chal