Mission
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 prejudice. 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.
Vision
Aware of our responsibilities as the oldest and
largest Asian Pacific American
civil rights organization, JACL strives to promote a world that honors diversity
by respecting values of fairness, equality and social justice.
National Level see www.jacl.org
Anti-Hate Program
Leadership Development
Leadership Development, Scholarships, Council and Conference
for Youth/Students
Pacific Citizen, a semi-monthly publication
National Convention
National JACL Credit Union
Group Health Insurance Program (Blue Shield of California) and
other insurances
District Level (Pacific Southwest District) www.jaclpsw.org
Quarterly District Meetings
Civil Rights Caucus meeting monthly
Leadership Development and participation in internship programs
Youth/Student Council District Representatives
Oratorical Contest
Education Committee
Annual Awards Dinner
Annual Golf Tournament
Holiday Cheer
Sponsor or co-sponsor: Day of Remembrance, JACL Health Forum at Nikkei
Community Day in Little Tokyo, leadership conferences, and other cultural and
civic events
Multi-District Level
Tri-District Conferences
Other Multi-District Conferences
Participation in Manzanar Pilgrimage
Chapter Level:
Monthly Guest Speaker or Activity
Annual Fundraiser Dance
Annual Scholarship Award or Awards
Monthly Newsletter
Participation in Community Activities