JACL Chicago

The Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) is the nation's oldest and largest Asian American Pacific Islander civil rights organization, dedicated to securing and safeguarding the civil and human rights of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans, alongside all communities affected by injustice and bigotry. Through their efforts, JACL promotes and preserves the heritage and legacy of the Japanese American community while advocating for social justice and educational initiatives.

JACL engages in various programs, including the Anti-Hate Program, the Japanese American Confinement Education Act, and the Masaoka Fellowship, which foster community involvement and advocacy. The organization also supports youth leadership development through the National Youth Student Council and the Young Professionals Caucus, aiming to empower the next generation to effect meaningful change in their communities.

Generated from the website