As a member of National NSSLHA’s IDEA work group, I’ve spent the past year learning about different cultures and student perspectives, as well as the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion within CSD and our…
Posts tagged Cultural Competency
Meet Nkauj-Huab Lo: Finding Her Strength Within CSD
Nkauj-Huab (Go-Hua) Lo is a Hmong American who’s always gone by her middle name “Melydia” because it was easier for others to pronounce. It wasn’t until she started seeking out opportunities and found a professional…
Overcoming the Odds to Become a Bilingual SLP
“If you go to the United States, I won’t be able to take care of you when you get sick.” That’s what my mom said during my senior year in high school while filling out…
Rising United in CSD: Perspectives from AAPI CSD Students
“Where are you from?” “What are you?” “You don’t look Asian.” “You’re not really Asian.” “Asians don’t experience racism or struggle.” “Not to be racist, I just don’t want to get the virus.” “Just pick…
