activism and family in a seamless fashion and he made a significant impact in many areas

There were those who had LGBT friends and those who insisted that they knew no one who was gay or lesbian.It was a journey of awakening as he met and interacted with a gay couple.

to educate the congregation on LBGTQ issues.Society is in a very different place in regard to the LGBTQIA+ community than when Centenary started its journey some 30 years ago.The parents shared the heartbreak of watching their son struggle as he encountered the prejudice and negativity of the community – but also happiness as he was able to be true to himself.

Centenary continued to host panels and speakers.this type of panel was uncommon.

Marsha Aizumi and her son shared their story of the transition to Aiden and the struggles of identity and the hard choices he had to make.

We acknowledge that we live in a world of profound social.Consul General of Japan in Los Angeles Kenko Sone presented the Commendation of the Consul General to Takehito Yokoo.

where he continues to work to increase the presence of Japanese companies in the hydrogen business.The Commendation of the Consul General was established to recognize an individual or group who has helped advance the mission of the Consulate General and has provided significant contributions to mutual understanding and promoting friendship between Japan and the U

Consul General of Japan in Los Angeles Kenko Sone presented the Commendation of the Consul General to Takehito YokooHe was actually born in Fukuoka as the second son of a small temple there.