The Lao Advancement Organization of America (L.A.O. America) builds upon the strengths and traditions of Lao Culture, to give Lao families in
Minnesota
, and in the
United States
the tools they need to succeed in their new homeland. The mission of L.A.O. America is to be an advocate for providing education, employment, and economic opportunity for Lao people at all stages of life.
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Academic tutoring in all subject areas
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Classes in Lao language, history and culture.
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Classes in Lao traditional arts such as Lao folk/classical dance, crafts, weaving, cooking and music.
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Classes to enhance computer skills.
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Chemical dependency and crime prevention programs
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Youth support groups work with Lao youth to build self-esteem, self-reliance, responsibility, to develop a balance between Lao and mainstream cultures.
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Sport activities: soccer, volleyball, basketball, badminton, table tennis, tennis and kator.
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Youth cultural celebration Lao New Year events
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Providing transportation for elders.
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Translation and interpretation
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Citizenship classes
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Classes for English language learners
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Involvement in youth activities through story telling and teaching traditional crafts.
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Educational feild trips and recreational activities.
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Strengthening parents and families through training on parental involvement in education and
parental skills development support groups
SENIOR PROGRAM & SERVICES
To encourage and assist children as they pursue higher education and become healthy adults.
To protect, preserve and promote Lao culture and traditions and enrich Lao society.
To develop skills and provide information to parents on parenting and parental involvement in education.
To promote and support parents assimilating a new culture, so that they can develop and implement a new way of life, be successful, and have a sense of social well being.
To engage the community and community leaders in identifying the needs of the Lao community.
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