Community Care & Wellness
At Power Up Eau Claire, our mission is to build community power and amplify the voices of HMong in the greater Chippewa Valley through civic engagement, strategic community organizing, impactful issue advocacy, and development of strong leadership.
"Care is Resistance & Renewal"
We believe care is an act of resistance and renewal. In a world that often asks us to keep going despite exhaustion, we choose to slow down, listen, and nurture one another. Through compassion, mutual support, and shared healing, we create spaces where people can rest, recover, and find strength in community. Care reminds us that our well-being is deeply connected, and that healing together is both a personal and collective act of transformation.
Ways We Care for Community
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Holiday Community Care
Every November, we come together as a community to celebrate care in action. Our annual Holiday Community Care event offers families a space to connect, share, and support one another. With activities for children, free family photos, health resources like flu and COVID vaccines, and a holiday food pantry, the evening reflects our belief that care, compassion, and community are essential to collective well-being. It’s more than an event, it’s a reminder of what’s possible when we show up for one another.
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Rapid Responds & Mutual Aid
We believe in the power of mutual aid as a tool for resilience and connection. When challenges arise whether due to crisis, disaster, or community need, we respond with collective action. Our rapid response efforts are grounded in relationships and trust, ensuring that support reaches those most affected swiftly and with compassion. By uplifting the strengths and leadership within our own community, we transform moments of struggle into opportunities for solidarity, care, and lasting impact.