Cobb Collaborative Executive Director, Irene Barton interviews Yang Vang, Miss Global Hmong 2026 and a chiropractic student in Cobb County, about her mental health advocacy, balancing school and pageantry, and the cultural stigma she aims to dismantle.
Find the full show notes at cobbcollaborative.org/podcast

Introducing Yang Vang — Miss Global Hmong 2026

Yang’s Background: Education, Hometown & Hobbies

Why Mental Health — Yang’s Priority Area

Goals: Reducing Stigma & Building Resources

Cultural Views: Hmong Community & Mental Health

What’s Next: Doctorate Studies & Miss Global International

Self-care Practices: Nature, Affirmations & the 5-Second Rule

Surprising Support & the Power of Reaching Out

Final Message: Mental Health Is a Priority

S6EP8: Conversation with Landry Wolf, Miss Atlanta's Teen

Mind Your Mind Speaks is a podcast series from the Cobb Collaborative that brings together subject matter experts and community leaders to help raise awareness, share resources, and inspire action through recorded conversations. This podcast is hosted by Cobb Collaborative Executive Director, Irene Barton. For show notes and links, visit cobbcollaboarative.org/podcast and for more information, email communications@cobbcollaborative.org