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SUMMARY:JSA (Japan Student Association) Mental Health Awareness Banquet
DESCRIPTION:In Japan\, the blossoming of Cherry Blossoms represents renewal and happiness. We wanted to incorporate this beautiful symbolism into our event to celebrate each and every one of you. Mental health is a topic that is hard to talk about in many communities. Our goal is to create a safe space for everyone to share their experiences and feel supported. \nWe are honored to have two special speakers at the event\, including the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) and a University of Minnesota Professor from our Japanese Department. NAMI is a renowned organization that provides resources and support. Our event will also feature performances from TaikoArts\, UMNTraditionalKaratedo\, and Sentimental Sounds! \nWe are thrilled to host this event and look forward to welcoming you all. Catering will be provided by D’Amico & Sons. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to come together and support one another.
URL:https://www.tcjacl.org/event/jsa-japan-student-association-mental-health-awareness-banquet/
LOCATION:Weisman Art Museum\, 333 E River Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55455\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="JSA (Japan Student Association)":MAILTO:jsauofmn@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Asian Americans in Office: A Discussion with Midwest Elected Officials
DESCRIPTION:Join the JACL Midwest District Council (MDC) Youth Summit for a hybrid event hosted on Zoom and in Chicago\, IL. The event will be a hybrid panel with four distinguished Asian American elected officials making change in their respective communities! \nPanelists\n\nSenator Stephanie Chang\, Michigan Senate\nCommissioner Josina Morita\, Cook County\, Illinois\nRepresentative Samantha Sencer-Mura\, Minnesota House Representative\nGene Wu\, Texas House\n\nAfter the panel will be a mixer event to debrief\, discuss\, and connect with youth from across the Midwest. \nParticipants do NOT have to be a JACL member in order to attend and anyone of any age is welcome to join us! The event will be fully hybrid but limited travel support is available for those interested in attending in Chicago. \nContact Ayako (mdcyouth@jacl.org) with any questions!\nPlease RSVP at bit.ly/MDCCHI.
URL:https://www.tcjacl.org/event/asian-americans-in-office-a-discussion-with-midwest-elected-officials/
LOCATION:JASC (Japanese American Service Committee)\, 4427 N. Clark Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="JACL Detroit Chapter":MAILTO:mikake@umich.edu
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SUMMARY:Twin Cities JACL Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Last minute registration is welcomed! \nGet ready to kick off your summer in style because we’ve got a super fun event coming your way! Picture this: a day jam-packed with taiko drumming\, mesmerizing Japanese dance performances\, exciting games\, and mouth watering potluck food.  \nDust off your secret family recipes and bring a dish for your family and a bit more for others that’ll make everyone’s hearts (and stomachs) sing with joy. Limited beverages will be provided. The Nakasone family will dish out their famous BBQ! \nMark your calendars because the fun starts at 11 a.m. and goes on until 2:30 p.m. So gather your friends\, family\, neighbors\, and that long-lost cousin you haven’t seen in ages\, and let’s make unforgettable memories together! \nThis spectacular event is absolutely FREE! We believe in building a strong community\, fostering new connections\, and simply having a season to remember! \nPlease RSVP!
URL:https://www.tcjacl.org/event/twin-cities-jacl-picnic/
LOCATION:Rosland Park Shelter\, 4300 West 66th Street\, Edina\, MN\, 55435\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="TC JACL":MAILTO:info@tcjacl.org
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SUMMARY:Appreciation vs Appropriation Series: Discussion #1 with Yuki Kokubo
DESCRIPTION:Appreciation vs Appropriation is a continuous conversation on cultural ownership that attempts to explore this complex topic in a nuanced way. This conversation will be structured as a series of one-on-one interviews with artists\, subject matter experts\, and community members speaking from their own perspectives rather than attempting to speak for entire communities or cultures. We do not expect all messaging to be consistent\, nor do we expect a consensus to be reached on where the line falls between appropriation and appreciation. Rather\, we hope to spark further conversations on the topic. \nAll conversations will be streamed live\, and recordings will be made available when interviewees grant their permission for us to do so. \nWe will primarily be focusing on appropriation of Japanese culture and interviewing Nikkei or Japanese individuals\, but we are hopeful to expand the conversation further with the right partners. If you represent a cultural organization that is interested in collaborating with us\, please reach out to advocacy@tcjacl.org or yuki@madebyyuki.com. \nSaturday\, August 12th at 7pm US Central Time \nYuki Kokubo (she/her)\n小久保由紀 \nYuki Kokubo is the creator behind Made by Yuki\, a clothing line that utilizes Kimonos and other vintage Japanese textiles. By focusing on the history and craftsmanship of traditional textiles\, Yuki creates opportunities for everyone to appreciate Japanese culture without overstepping the boundaries of appropriation. \n\nMade by Yuki\n\n@made.by.yuki
URL:https://www.tcjacl.org/event/appreciation-vs-appropriation-series-discussion-1-with-yuki-kokubo/
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CATEGORIES:TC JACL Hosted
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ORGANIZER;CN="TC JACL Social Justice Committee":MAILTO:info@tcjacl.org
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SUMMARY:Appreciation vs Appropriation Series: Discussion #2 with Emi Ito
DESCRIPTION:Appreciation vs Appropriation is a continuous conversation on cultural ownership that attempts to explore this complex topic in a nuanced way. This conversation will be structured as a series of one-on-one interviews with artists\, subject matter experts\, and community members speaking from their own perspectives rather than attempting to speak for entire communities or cultures. We do not expect all messaging to be consistent\, nor do we expect a consensus to be reached on where the line falls between appropriation and appreciation. Rather\, we hope to spark further conversations on the topic. \nAll conversations will be streamed live\, and recordings will be made available when interviewees grant their permission for us to do so. \nWe will primarily be focusing on appropriation of Japanese culture and interviewing Nikkei or Japanese individuals\, but we are hopeful to expand the conversation further with the right partners. If you represent a cultural organization that is interested in collaborating with us\, please reach out to advocacy@tcjacl.org or yuki@madebyyuki.com. \nSaturday\, August 26th at 7pm US Central Time \n\nEmi Ito (she/her)\n伊藤ゲイツ濡慧美 \nEmi Ito is a mother and ethnic studies educator\, as well as a core member of the grassroots organization\, Japanese American Families for Justice. She began writing about the cultural appropriation of the kimono and Japanese culture in sustainable fashion several years ago. \n\nLittle Koto’s Closet\nAn Open Letter to White Makers and Designers Who Are Inspired by The Kimono and Japanese Culture\nMy Kimono is Not Your Costume\n@little_kotos_words
URL:https://www.tcjacl.org/event/appreciation-vs-appropriation-series-discussion-2-with-emi-ito/
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ORGANIZER;CN="TC JACL Social Justice Committee":MAILTO:info@tcjacl.org
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SUMMARY:Appreciation vs Appropriation Series: Discussion #3 with Atsushi Futatsuya
DESCRIPTION:Appreciation vs Appropriation is a continuous conversation on cultural ownership that attempts to explore this complex topic in a nuanced way. This conversation will be structured as a series of one-on-one interviews with artists\, subject matter experts\, and community members speaking from their own perspectives rather than attempting to speak for entire communities or cultures. We do not expect all messaging to be consistent\, nor do we expect a consensus to be reached on where the line falls between appropriation and appreciation. Rather\, we hope to spark further conversations on the topic. \nAll conversations will be streamed live\, and recordings will be made available when interviewees grant their permission for us to do so. \nWe will primarily be focusing on appropriation of Japanese culture and interviewing Nikkei or Japanese individuals\, but we are hopeful to expand the conversation further with the right partners. If you represent a cultural organization that is interested in collaborating with us\, please reach out to advocacy@tcjacl.org or yuki@madebyyuki.com. \nSaturday\, September 9th at 7pm US Central Time \nAtsushi Futatsuya (he/him)\n二ツ谷 淳 \nAtsushi was born into a family of Sashiko artisans in Gifu Prefecture\, Japan. In 2015\, Atsushi and his mother Keiko started Sashi.Co\, a website to share the enjoyment of Sashiko. Atsushi now shares stories and techniques about Sashiko to a wide audience through the website and Instagram. In teaching Sashiko\, Atsushi highlights the importance of understanding Japanese culture and language. \n\n\n\nUpcycled Stitches\n@sashikostory
URL:https://www.tcjacl.org/event/appreciation-vs-appropriation-series-discussion-3-with-atsushi-futatsuya/
LOCATION:Webinar
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