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Clan leadership in the Hmong community of Providence, Rhode Island

hmong in the west : observations and reports • Minneapolis, Minn. • Published In 1982 • Pages: 21-28

By: Finck, John.

Abstract

This is a brief study of Hmong clans and clan leadership both as they existed in traditional society in Laos and as they exist in the Hmong community in Providence, Rhode Island. The author discusses some of the present functions of the clan in Providence, particularly in reference to giving advice, settling disputes in the community, and mutual assistance in times of need (e.g., providing cash loans).

HRAF PubDate

2000

Region

North America

Sub Region

Regional, Ethnic and Diaspora Cultures

Document Type

article

Evaluation

Creator Type

Social Scientist

Document Rating

5: Excellent Primary Data

Analyst

John Beierle ; 1991

Field Date

no date

Coverage Date

not specified

Coverage Place

Providence, Rhode Island, United States

Notes

[by] John Finck

Includes bibliographical references

LCSH

Hmong Americans