Japanese American Citizens League: www.jacl.org
The Japanese American Citizens League is a national organization whose ongoing mission is to secure and maintain the civil rights of Japanese Americans and all others who are victimized by injustice and bigotry. The leaders and members of the JACL also work to promote cultural, educational and social values and preserve the heritage and legacy of the Japanese American community.
Densho: www.densho.org
Densho documents the testimonies of Japanese Americans who were unjustly incarcerated during World War II before their memories are extinguished. We offer these irreplaceable firsthand accounts, coupled with historical images and teacher resources, to explore principles of democracy and promote equal justice for all. Densho is a Japanese term meaning “to pass on to the next generation,” or to leave a legacy. The legacy we offer is an American story with ongoing relevance: during World War II, the United States government incarcerated innocent people solely because of their ancestry.
Japanese American National Museum: www.janm.org
Irei: National Monument for the WWII Japanese American Incarceration: www.ireizo.com
AAPI Coalition of Wisconsin: www.facebook.com/AAPIWI
ElevAsian: www.elevasianwi.com
ElevAsian was founded by four Milwaukee area AAPI community leaders - Jessica Boling, Erik Kennedy, May yer Thao, and Shary Tran. They kept spotting each other, often the "only Asian people" at community events. This forged a strong friendship and common desire to increase the visibility and presence of other AAPI leaders in the community. "We needed a voice for the AAPI community and a seat at the table." It started with a hashtag. In 2016, #ElevAsian was born. The movement grew and continues to evolve into a community that is changing the narrative about AAPI in Milwaukee, in Wisconsin and in the US.
Hmong American Women’s Association: www.hawamke.org
The Hmong American Women’s Association's mission is to organize Southeast Asian women, Girls, Queer and Trans people to champion gender justice and collective liberation.
OCA Wisconsin Chapter: www.ocawi.org
Founded in 1973 as the Organization of Chinese Americans, OCA is a national organization dedicated to advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Pacific Americans in the United States. OCA Wisconsin (OCA-WI) is one of 80 US chapters and affiliates that aims to develop leadership and involvement in the Asian Pacific American community. To fulfill its mission, OCA has established the following goals: To advocate for social justice, equal opportunity and fair treatment; To promote civic participation, education, and leadership; To advance coalitions and community building; To foster cultural heritage.