Nona Mauk Wyman and Bernice Goo Gee

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Summary:

In this interview, Nona Mock Wyman and Bernice Lee Goo, both former Ming Quong residents, discuss the impact of their upbringing on themselves and the surrounding community. Ming Quong, as well its male counterpart Chung Mei, were “safe havens” for Chinese girls with no other place to stay. According to Nona and Bernice, although Ming Quong had a reputation of being a home for “bad girls”, they found comfort, security, and a home within its walls.

Keywords:

Ming Quong Home for Girls