The Day of Remembrance will focus on Japanese Latin Americans who were kidnapped from fifteen Latin American countries, brought to the U.S., and incarcerated at U.S. Department of Justice camps during World War II. Although a settlement of $5,000 in reparations has been reached, many seek the same measure of justice as Japanese Americans.

This special program will begin with words of tribute to the late Michi Weglyn who inspired so many people to seek redress for Japanese Americans and Japanese Latin Americans. A remembrance of the Japanese Latin American historical and present-day struggle will follow. The program will also include a presentation of the “Fighting Spirit Award” by the NCRR and performances by hereandnow and Visiting Violette in collaboration with members of NCRR and local youth.

A reception for Day of Remembrance attendees will immediately follow. Reservations are required. To make reservations, please call the Museum at 213.625.0414.

Co-sponsored by the National Coalition for Redress & Reparations (NCRR)