Kansha History: Nikkei Farm History is a fiscally-sponsored project of California Black Media, a registered 501(c) (3) non-profit organization: Tax ID # 46-2808252.
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“Uncovering lost stories, families finding their heritage, reconnecting with the land – Kansha History is building on traditions and creating a sustainable future. I love it!”
— Miyoka Oshima, President of Vesper Society, Advisory Committee
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“I’m hoping Kansha History will uncover the forgotten stories of how Japanese American families applied their hearts, sweat, and shovels to make California an agricultural powerhouse.
— Jon Funabiki, Emeritus Professor of Journalism at San Francisco State University, Advisory Committee
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— Glenn Tanaka, Farmer and Owner of Tanaka Farms, Advisory Committee
— Jere Takahashi, retired Lecturer in Ethnic Studies at UC Berkeley, Author of Nisei/Sansei, Advisory Committee
— John Kawamura, Director of HealthCare Economics, UnitedHealth Group, Advisory Committee
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Amanda Mei Kim was raised on a tenant farm in Saticoy, CA. Her Japanese- and Korean American ancestors farmed and sold produce in California for over 100 years. She has a BA in American Studies from Brown University and has worked on two oral history projects. She is also an essayist and the executive director of California Foodshed Funders.
— Amanda Mei Kim, Lead Researcher & Project Director
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Stephanie Cheung, a minimalist experience designer with over a decade of experience from soft goods to digital products. She enjoys working for a good cause.
— Stephanie Cheung, Experience Designer
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I care about this project because family history is important to me. Uncovering lost legacies so descendants can reconnect with their roots is a dream come true!”
— Audrey Lynn Quach, Research Assistant