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Quietly Reborn
The young writers, artists,
and photographers in this journal are the children of refugees,
or immigrants themselves. They are students, tutors, organizers,
dancers, poets and playwrights. Some are on the paths to successful
careers in art or politics. Others are moving from dangerous lifestyles
to a more positive future. Project Coordinator Fam Linh Saechao
and I conducted workshops around the East Bay.
We asked, "What
is it like growing up Mien? What do you like to do? What worries
you? What do you think of your future?" They showed us that
being Mien is profound but confusing. They talked about the power
of being proud of who you are. Collectively, the writings map the
process of young people trying to figure out who they are and who
they want to become. Sixth graders appreciate the New Year. Teens
question gender roles. Young leaders seek a Mien hero. Groups of
youth make creative works to share lessons learned and teach responsibility.
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PACIFIC NEWS SERVICE
Founded in 1970, Pacific
News Service (PNS) is a collaboration of writers, scholars,journalists,
film makers, photographers, and graphic artists dedicated to bringing
new ideas, images, and conversations to the public forum. Along
with publications like Quietly reBorn, PNS publishes YO! (Youth
Outlook), a monthly newspaper of youth voices, and The Beat Within,
a weekly newsletter authored by incarcerated youth.
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ABOUT THE EDITOR
Christine Wong is a 23-year-old
Chinese American artist, educator, and activist. She has taught
at the East Bay Institute for Urban Arts, illustrated for Colorlines
Magazine, and worked with the Youth Force Coalition.
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