Bright Spot: Hmong Early Childhood Coalition
This video highlights Hmong Early Childhood Coalition in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Hmong Early Childhood Coalition (HECC) is a grassroots, community-based organization dedicated to sharing research and evidence-based practices on early learning. HECC partners with families and community agencies in providing education and advocacy to optimize early learning for Hmong children.
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