Professional Hmong Women Association

In 2004, a group of Hmong women professionals and business owners saw a need for Hmong women to network and support each other to grow their businesses. Many of these women belonged to different networking associations and chambers of commerce throughout the Twin Cities. As minority business owners and professionals living in the United States, they recognized that very few associations supported their work as women, nurtured their talents, and addressed their cultural needs. As a result the Professional Hmong Women’s Association was created to address these areas. By doing so, they were able to provide a space for Hmong women to network and discuss their business challenges and opportunities.

Membership consists of individuals and organizations who support PHWA's mission and vision and is open to any individuals and/or organizations who support our mission and vision.

The first step to becoming a member is to contact our membership committee for an application and a brief orientation to PHWA. Our Membership Co-Chairs are: Kao Yee Xiong and Mai Lor Lee. They can be reached at membership@superhmongwomen.org

Once your application is approved and payment is received, you will receive a membership packet and start reaping the benefits of a PHWA membership.

PHWA has four impact areas: Develop, Educate, Lead, and Advocate & Give. Each of these areas have programs and services provided to community members and some focus specifically on Hmong women and girls. For more information about our services and programs, please visit our Services page.