At United Hmong with Disabilities (UHD), our programs and events are grounded in disability justice, cultural understanding, and community care. We create spaces where Disabled Hmong individuals, families, and allies can learn, connect, lead, and access support—without having to navigate systems alone.
Our work centers lived experience, accessibility, and respect for the diverse needs within our community.
Program
Home & Community-Based Services (HCBS) Support: Access and Equity Program
Helping our community navigate services with clarity and dignity
UHD provides education, navigation support, and community-based guidance around Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) for Disabled individuals and older adults.
We support community members by:
- Explaining HCBS in plain, easy-to-understand language
- Helping individuals and families understand eligibility, options, and rights
- Sharing community-created tools, guides, and resource lists
- Supporting informed decision-making within complex systems
- Connecting people to culturally responsive and disability-affirming resources
Our HCBS work is not about rushing people through systems—it’s about helping folks understand their choices and feel supported every step of the way.
👉 Services may include workshops, 1:1 navigation support, peer support groups, resource sharing, and community education.
Program
Leadership & Advocacy Programs
Building leadership rooted in lived experience, culture, and justice
UHD’s Leadership & Advocacy programs support Disabled Hmong individuals (18+) to grow confidence, leadership skills, and policy advocacy tools—while honoring culture, identity, and intersectionality.
Through cohort-based learning, participants:
- Learn how systems and policies impact Disabled Hmong communities
- Build advocacy, storytelling, and leadership skills
- Strengthen confidence rooted in lived experience
- Connect with peers, mentors, and movement leaders
- Develop action plans to influence change locally and statewide
These programs center the belief that Disabled Hmong voices belong in leadership and decision-making spaces.
👉 Programs may include multi-session cohorts, workshops, and guest-led trainings.
Events
Community Events & Gatherings
Celebration, connection, and belonging
UHD hosts and partners on accessible, inclusive community events that celebrate disability, culture, creativity, and joy. Accessibility and care are always central to our event planning.
Events may include: Cultural and arts-based gatherings · Family-friendly celebrations · Educational workshops and panels · Disability pride and awareness events
UHD’s Upcoming Events
UHD Community Forum: Hmong Disability Voices Town Hall
Join us for an open community forum where Disabled Hmong voices are centered, heard, and celebrated. All are welcome.
Program
Arts, Culture & Storytelling
Honoring stories, creativity, and visibility
UHD supports community-based projects that uplift Disabled Hmong voices through listening sessions, photography, and storytelling.
These projects:
- Center disability pride, culture, and joy
- Create visibility for Disabled Hmong experiences
- Use art as a tool for healing, education, and advocacy
- Partner with artists, cultural workers, and institutions
Art is a powerful way we reclaim narrative and build connections across generations.
Campaign
Awareness Campaigns
Changing narratives and reducing stigma
UHD develops community awareness campaigns to reduce stigma around disability in Hmong communities and promote conversations grounded in dignity, respect, and cultural understanding.
Our campaigns focus on:
- Disability awareness and pride
- Breaking cultural silence and stigma
- Sharing community-informed language and tools
- Encouraging supportive conversations in families and communities
Materials developed:
- Community stickers
- Educational brochures
- Community outreach materials
(Low-resolution images are provided below for download and sharing.)
Resources
Resource Sharing & Community Education
Knowledge created by and for the community
UHD develops, partners, and shares community-informed resources to help Disabled individuals and families access information without unnecessary barriers.
This includes:
- Living resource lists and directories
- Plain-language guides
- Workshop materials and recordings
- Community-informed tools and handouts
Our resources are designed to be easy to access, culturally responsive, and practical.
Get Involved
There are many ways to be part of UHD’s work. Join us in building an inclusive future for Hmong people with disabilities.
Attend an event or workshop
Participate in a leadership program
Partner or collaborate with us
Support through donations or volunteering
📩 For questions, accessibility needs, or collaboration inquiries, please contact us.
