Proposal

Culture Core Conference

Community partner: Hmong Student Association

Supervisor: Anjela Wong

Beginning date:
2026-04-03

Ending Date:
2026-04-04

Project Proposal Description

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Briefly describe the project and the community need to be addressed.

Answer The UWEC’s Hmong Student Association (HSA) is hosting the 35th Annual Culture Core Conference. Culture Core is a thematic conference that addresses issues raised by the complexities of diverse cultural, social, and epistemological traditions. The free event, which is open to all, seeks to empower attendees by creating a space for critical conversations of identity, social issues, and culture. This year’s theme is Rov Txheeb Txhais Caj Ceg Hmoob: Kev Loj Hlob Rau Yav Pem Suab | Redefining Hmong Identities: Growing Towards Tomorrow. Volunteers are needed to help prepare and support Culture Core to ensure a successful conference. For example, student volunteers will help set up the day’s agenda, prepare and cook traditional Hmong food, and facilitate group discussions. They will learn how to prepare and cook traditional Hmong food, along with organizing a large-scale conference. To help meet this community need, I will actively participate in planning and organizing the conference. My specific responsibilities include organizing the agenda, assisting in preparing and cooking Hmong food, coordinating volunteers, and planning group facilitations before the event. I will also help with set up, welcoming guests, and ensuring the conference runs smoothly so attendees feel supported and engaged. Throughout planning this event, I have explored the importance of culture preservation, representation, and community education. I learned that this need exists because many cultural traditions, including Hmong traditions are not widely represented or understood in mainstream spaces. A free community based event, such as Culture Core, helps create access to cultural education, promote inclusion, and provide opportunities for learning. HSA addresses this by hosting an annual conference that combines education, food, leadership development, and community dialogue.

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What is the mission of the agency or organization?

Answer HSA’s mission is to play an active role in providing social and mutual support for our members. Additionally, HSA strives to promote and enhance the leadership skills of Hmong students in higher education. HSA strives to assist UW-Eau Claire in increasing the number of Hmong students on-campus and the graduation of Hmong students. Culture Core also allows HSA to network with colleges and universities in the region.

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What skills are required for this project?

Answer Communication, commitment, cooking and cleaning, being able to start conversations, and being on time (punctuality).

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What are the learning objectives for this project

Answer The learning objectives are to bring campus and community awareness about Hmong people, learning about and appreciating traditional Hmong food, gain critical analysis of minoritized communities, and develop leadership skills.

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What are the availability requirements for the student?

Answer April 3rd 5pm-10pm and April 4th 7am-5pm

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Additional information (not required).

Answer N/A

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Culture Core Conference

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