Protectiveness Modified in a Shared-Life Relationship: Sponsoring among Families in Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Author(s):
Gonlag, Ruth
Format:
Journal article
Citation:
The Wisconsin Sociologist, Volume 22, Issue 4 (1985-10). pp. 124-128.
Language:
English
Abstract:
A description of personal experience as a volunteer with Hmong Christian families in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Though originally undertaken with the aim of overcoming prejudice toward these refugees, a protective type of volunteerism, emphasis gradually shifted toward a life-sharing type, bringing benefits to both the volunteer, Hmong families, & the community. Modified HA