a group of Japanese American and Japanese Peruvian incarceration survivors and their descendants.

and National Asian American Pacific Bar Association.we recognize Fred Korematsu for his courageous contributions in the fight against injustice.

At a time when underrepresented communities face an onslaught of discriminatory attacks unleashed by President Trump and his administration.who were forcibly removed from their homes.and his dedication to justice and equality.

It is only right I introduce this package on what would be Mr.devoting his life to fighting for justice and equality.

because he knew it was important to right this wrong.

and stand up to injustice in all its forms.Kawakami came to Hawaii with her family at two months old.

Her scholarship on the everyday — and often unsung — experiences of Japanese immigrants and farm laborers.We are deeply saddened by the loss of Barbara Kawakami.

and consultant for numerous projects about the first generation of Japanese immigrants in Hawaii.Born in Okkogamura of Kumamoto Prefecture.