Alan Nishio
Using the strength of his voice for over 50 years, Alan Nishio has fought tirelessly to bring equality for all. Now, he’s taking on the battle to pass Prop 16, which makes affirmative action legal in California.
“California is one of the most diverse populations in the world, and we value both diversity and fairness. But, without affirmative action, sometimes this diversity is not recognized in fairness,” says Alan Nishio as he talks to LTSC staff during a workshop about the importance of passing Prop 16.
Served on LTSC’s Board of Directors since 1984
Use your voice and VOTE YES on Prop 16!
Alan was born at the Manzanar concentration camp during World War II. This experience shaped his world view and lead him to help form the Asian American Political Alliance, the UCLA Asian American Studies Center, and the Little Tokyo People’s Rights Organization. He’s also served on LTSC’s Board of Directors since 1984, serving as President for 13 years. Throughout the years, Alan is one of many voices that’s guided LTSC on social justice matters. Alan and LTSC both fully endorse Proposition 16.
Affirmative action is a critical tool to help our communities begin to overcome a long history of institutionalized discrimination. which has consistently put people of color and women at a disadvantage. For example, because of the current ban on affirmative action in California, racial minorities and underrepresented groups go to college in lower numbers. Affirmative action allows public institutions to consider the long history of discrimination and try to correct the imbalance.
Use your voice and VOTE YES on Prop 16!
40th anniversary virtual gala held on Saturday, October 10, 2020
Thanks for voicing your support! Our 40th anniversary virtual gala held on Saturday, October 10, 2020 raised $350,000! As the season of giving approaches, we encourage you to donate. You can make a crucial difference in so many lives and help shape the future of our cherished Little Tokyo community. There is still much work to do in our mission!
Terasaki Budokan is an official Vote Center
Vote at Terasaki Budokan
Voice your opinion in the upcoming election! Terasaki Budokan is an official Vote Center for the County of Los Angeles. Budokan is located at 249 S. Los Angeles Street.
Our facility follows all CDC health guidelines. Vote early and vote safely!
Drop off your ballot or vote in-person:
- Oct. 30 – Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Nov. 3 (Election Day) from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Changing Tides
Changing Tides’ Interactive Writing Workshop
For too long our community has silenced the conversation around mental health. Changing Tides, a Little Tokyo Service Center program, strives to change the conversation around mental health. Join CT’s interactive writing workshop on Nov. 17 to explore questions like, “How do you practice tenderness?” “What does it mean to nourish your soul and tend to one another?”
- Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m
- Cost: Free to attend
- To sign up, please fill out this form.
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