chair of the JANM Board of Trustees.

It was an example of extreme violence against humanity where Japanese and Japanese American families suffered mental and physical abuse.but it’s important to understand that it is not just from an ideological perspective.

And this is what we see happening right now.the Smithsonian and other public institutions to censor how American history is remembered.who allowed him one tablespoon of rice.

We cannot be silent while this is occurring.‘The word became flesh means that our prayers for justice must have concrete manifestation.

with more draconian cut along the way.

people of all colors and all religions.but many also served in support units.

Okamura has been a 36-year volunteer with the Japanese American National Museum; a longtime president of the Little Tokyo Historical Society; a Grateful Crane Ensemble board member; longtime member and past president of Montebello-Ashiya Sister City Association; an archeological dig projects volunteer at the Manzanar National Historic Site; and a 13-year mentor with USC Career Centers First-Generation Mentor Program.many remained silent about the most momentous experience of their young lives.

The Inspiration Award recognizes individuals who exemplify the spirit of Nisei Week by going above and beyond to volunteer their time and/or service or whose contributions have promoted the Japanese and Japanese American community and/or culture.both in Vietnam and elsewhere.