JACL (Japanese American Citizens League)

The Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) is a civil rights organization founded in 1929 to advocate for the rights and interests of Japanese Americans. It works to promote social justice, fight discrimination, preserve Japanese American heritage, and support community development. The JACL played a key role in securing redress and compensation for those unjustly interned during World War II. Today, it continues to address issues of racial equality, cultural preservation, and civil rights, serving as a voice for Asian American communities and fostering unity and understanding among diverse populations.