Higher education is a key component of the U.

The conference opened with an unapologetically queer Friday night of drag bingo with Kristi Yummykochi.After a weekend full of a wide array of emotions and experiences.

I struggled expressing and exploring my sexuality until I left Japanese American-filled Gardena for college.Okaeris mission is to create visibility.the advocacy and involvement of my family in organizations like Ichi-Mi and Okaeri developed over the years.

allowing us to take a moment to soak in the joys of being queer in a world that does not want us to.I finally felt comfortable to be my authentic self among other queer Nikkei at this years hybrid conference.

It is rare to find around 207 LGBTQ+ Nikkei.

who spoke about their personal experiences with anti-trans legislation.The adults who came to observe the students came away impressed by their Nihongo skills.

Multilingual/Multicultural Magnet.Japanese immersion or partial-immersion programs are also offered at Nora Sterry Elementary in West L.

Ortiz Franklin and Sone read the tale of the adventurous little black fish who meets a school of little red fish and learns the value of leadership and teamwork.was the first LAUSD school selected for Japanese immersion.