2024 Community Research Symposium

The Montagnard / Asian Community Disparities Research Network held its second Symposium on June 7, 2024 at the UNC Greensboro School of Education Building. The day-long event brought together researchers, educators, community members, and advocates to share their latest findings and insights about Low-Income Asian American Communities of Refugee Origin (LIAACRO).

Opening and Welcome

Opening session featuring Andrew Young and welcome remarks from UNCG leadership.

Panel 1: Research Network

Impact, direction, and future opportunities of the Research Network.

Panel 2: Refugee Resettlement

Exploring Montagnard refugee resettlement, challenges, and lessons from North Carolina.

Panel 3: Research Presentations

Presenting research on low-income Asian American refugee communities and related challenges.

Panel 4: Oral Histories

How oral histories preserve community heritage and inspire meaningful social change.

Panel 5: Community Research

Refugee communities discuss fair research and meaningful community engagement.