This collection comprises 4 video recordings of Refugee Nation, a national theater project that explores the Laotian refugee experience.

Refugee Nation is a two-person theatrical performance written and performed Leilani Chan and Ova Saopeng that explores topics related to Laotian refugee experiences in the United States including assimilation, generational differences, and mental health concerns. Using drama, film, music, and audience interaction, the performance examines the universal themes of change, loss, struggle, healing, and strength of the human spirit by highlighting the young Laos generation's struggle to understand their history.

0.2 Linear feet (1 box)

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The collection is open for research.