at The Broadwaters Main Stage.

Julianne Aiko HoJulianne Aiko HoSponsor: Japanese American Museum of San JoseJulianne Aiko Ho is 21 years old and received her bachelor’s in business administration from Dominican University of California.It comes from the older Nikkei who pass by my desk at the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California (JCCCNC) and tell their stories.

and even at home I was surrounded by four brothers.My identity as a Japanese American woman comes from late nights of set-up before every Obon.this community is and always will be home.

A major part of who I am is my family.Nichi Bei Foundation intern; Cupertino Hoops.

and to pursue my dreams relentlessly.

Kami Chieko KodamaKami Chieko KodamaSponsor: Flagstar Bank.Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is scheduled to the memorial to pay tribute to Watanabe.

he enjoyed attending Lakers games.a feat he considered to be the pinnacle of his hobby as a fisherman.

who was considered a friend and mentor.his involvement extended nationally as a founding board member of the National Asian Pacific Families Against Substance Abuse (NAPAFASA).