Hmong Kids

[anotherlaujgirl]

It's normal for teens to get married in the Hmong culture.

But since we've come here, our parents are less strict.

Or at least some are...

I have a friend who's parents are forcing her to marry so they can get the dowry..

-_____- I would run away if they were my parents.

[handllucas]

I do not think they can 'legally' force' her to get married, but I think I understand from what you wrote that they are really pressuring her.
I wonder if there is a compromise such as an engagement...she would not have to actually get married then.
If her parents just want the money, maybe it is time for social services step in.

[ben50]

different cultures different ways to life

[anotherlaujgirl]

Yeah.


But it doesn't matter what culture, money's a scary factor.