How Hmong women in Wisconsin are tackling domestic violence in their communities

Monica Lo stayed silent for years as the man she married abused her. She said he punched and even choked her — leaving her bruised and paralyzed by anxiety, even when she was six months pregnant in 1994.

Lo said she didn’t report the violence to law enforcement and lied to doctors about her injuries, saying at one point that a softball struck her.  

She was taught to obey men and be submissive. She also feared speaking out would bring shame to her family...

...“It’s letting individuals know that there are resources out there to help them and that they’re not alone,” ...