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First-year student urges Hmong American women to pursue 'true freedom'

By Amy Gage
May 1, 2003

Many Hmong women in Thailand and Laos turn to prostitution for lack of other ways to support themselves. Even in the United States, young Hmong American women often marry young due to cultural expectations. "With opportunities in America so plentiful," writes first-year St. Olaf College student Lily Moua, "we must take advantage of our options and fulfill our dreams."

Contact David Gonnerman at 507-786-3315 or gonnermd@stolaf.edu.