“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” 

– African proverb

This page is dedicated to providing resources and updates for the Iu Mien community. My aim is to create a platform where Mien people can access valuable resources and connect with each other. I encourage you to reach out to me with any news, resources, or updates related to the Iu Mien community, so I can share them on this website and help spread the word.

*NOTE: This page is currently under construction. Thank you for your understanding.

Community Organizations

• Advocates for Iu Mien  – (AIM)
• Lao Iu Mien Cultural Association (LIMCA), located in Oakland, California
• Iu Mien Community Services (IMCS), located in Sacramento, California
• Iu Mien American National Coalition (IMANC)

Language Resources

• LearnMien.com
• An Iu-Mienh — English Dictionary with Cultural Notes written by Herbert C. Purnell
• Iu Mien — English — Thai Dimv Nzangc Sou written by Sumeth Prasertsud (Bienh, Zoih Daqv)
• Modern English – Mienh and Mienh — English Dictionary written by Smith Panh

Films

• My Name is Lai – Directed by Lucy Saephan
  • lsaephanfilms.com
• Death of a Shaman – Directed by Fahm Fong Saeyang and Richard Hall
• Moving Mountains: – Directed by Elaine Velazquez