Photographer and childrens book author Sankyaku Sunny Seki.

Her dedication transformed what could have been simple programming into bridges between generations and cultures.Partnerships like this one remind us that the strongest communities are built through authentic relationships and shared commitment to serving others.

co-executive directors of LTSC.From left: LTSC Co-Executive Director Takao Suzuki.and Deputy Consul General Naoshige Aoshima and his wife Fukino Aoshima for their extraordinary partnership with our community over the past three years.

the Japanese Consulate didnt just support our work – they became true partners in it.The consulates involvement has strengthened not just our programs.

Sone provided frequent guest lectures promoting positive relationships between parents and their children.

but the entire fabric of the Nikkei community here in the Southland.We have a responsibility to our ancestors.

Mia Yamamoto has tried over 300 criminal jury trials.including representing protesters.

director and president of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.Expressing pride as a transgender Asian American woman with roots in Hawaii.