“Av zaj lus” comes from the Hmong language. Av means soil and zaj lus means story by way of oral words. We draw upon the understanding that these are the stories of these lands, pulling especially from the understory—the narratives hidden yet thriving under a canopy of mainstream media.

At Azalu House, we work at the intersections of storytelling, community and social movement—supporting cross-cultural exchange for impact. We collaborate with independent filmmakers and community leaders, pulling together specialized teams to fit each project. We approach this work intentionally, holding tightly to the belief that art is a powerful tool for connection, community building, and change.