he was already familiar with organizing people and coordinating activities.

serving as its director for more than two years.said Gann Matsuda of the Manzanar Committee.

having served on its board since 1984.which provided Serve the People programs in Los Angeles Little Tokyo.Alan was a visionary activist because he looked to the future with wisdom that was rooted in his progressive world view and deep love and commitment to our community.

He was able to break down what needed to be done with clarity and sometimes with humor.Nishio returned to Los Angeles.

Nishio worked with the Japanese American Citizens League and with Japanese American Community Services–Asian Involvement (JACS-AI).

He made it a point to nurture younger activists until the end.they worked to obtain National Historic Landmark status for Rohwer.

Vivienne became intrigued by her stories about Rohwer and the inmates she befriended over the years.he walked several miles to the nearest post office to mail the cards to her.

Rosalie was asked to organize a dinner for former inmates of Rohwer who were planning a pilgrimage to the site.and was one of several small victories that set the stage for the redress movement ten years later.