featuring the music and writings of Glenn Horiuchi (1955-2000).

the Japanese Chamber of Commerce of Southern California and the Southern California Kendo Federation.She said she looked forward to working with the board towards the betterment of the Japanese American community and to promote Japanese culture.

attendees helped to make Mothers Day cards to give to residents of Atherton and Kei-Ai Los Angeles HealthCare Center.recipient of the Nikkei Spirit AwardRizzo also painted a portrait of Korematsu in the entryway of the school office with one of his famous quotes: If you have the feeling that something is wrong.

Fred Korematsu is one of 16 civil/human rights heroes depicted in the mural.a Native American civil rights activist best known as a leader in the American Indian Movement and as an organizer against the Dakota Access Pipeline.

Fred Korematsu Day has been recognized in perpetuity in California.

DAVIS —?A mural titled Heroes Without Capes was dedicated at Fred T.Marsha Aizumi — founder of Okaeri — connected with us back in 2018 to support us in spreading awareness and education of LGBTQ+ issues and identities in both Buddhist and Nikkei communities.

I learned from community leaders about the barriers and successes in building LGBTQ+ Nikkei spaces.Sharing my journey with others and hearing such parallel experiences made me feel less alone.

I truly felt empowered and seen by the speakers.I was fortunate to be raised by Sansei and Yonsei social workers who took me to my first LA Pride.