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APPLY TODAY! Click here to download an application.
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 10, 2012
The JACL is proud to annouce the third year of its Project: Community! program. Project: Community! is a leadership development and cultural awareness program for Japanese American high school students. Through interactive workshops and activities, participants will explore their personal identity, gain an awareness of the history and character of the Japanese American community in Chicago, and learn about the issues facing our community today.
The program is open to all self-identified Japanese American high school students.
Free to participate!
Lunch will be provided during all sessions.
2012 PROGRAM DATES
Saturday, March 3 |
Exploring your Personal Identity |
Saturday, March 10 |
Japanese American History |
Saturday, March 17 |
The Chicago JA Community |
Saturday, March 24 |
The Asian American Movement
Guest facilitator: Kevin Kumashiro, UIC |
Saturday, April 7 |
Asian Americans and Immigration Reform |
Saturday, April 14 |
LGBTQ Asian Americans
Guest facilitator: Liz Thomson, UIC |
Saturday, April 21 |
Bullying, Discrimination and Hate Crimes
Guest facilitator: Esther Huhr, ADL |
Saturday, April 28 |
Preserving our Legacy |
Sessions will be held on Saturdays from 11 AM to 2 PM
at the JACL Chicago Office, 5415 N. Clark Street.
Click here to download an informational flyer.
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