Collaborator: Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

 

Program: Hiroshima Hibakusha - Successor of the atomic bombing experience

 

Goal: Sharing the perspectives of World War II across the Pacific.

 

Accomplishments:

• Virtual program provided the opportunity for interaction between guests and participants

• Conveyed the awareness of perspectives and experiences of individuals from Japan who were affected by World War II

• Educated participants about the history of World War II and the importance of reconciliation and peace throughout the world

• Virtual program was featured on Asahi Shimbun Digital Media

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Testimony:

“It truly is an honor to listen to a hibakusha from Japan. The extensive training is quite impressive and is an exceptional way to carry on the stories of history to the world and for future generations. I for one, have not had this amazing opportunity to listen to a story of a survivor from Japan. Naoko was able to share the story with passion and knowledge.  Impressive” (participant)