Kizuna is excited to be bringing our community-renowned workshops and activities to the Seattle area. Starting the weekend of August 26, 2017, we'll be introducing three workshops to give you a little preview of what we're all about. Looking forward to meeting you!
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Kizuna's mission is to build a future for the Japanese American community through the education, empowerment, and engagement of the next generation.
Founded in 2011, we have built an entire network of programs in the Southern California area, helping our local community to thrive and grow. Through our programs, we've been able to build culture, service, and leadership in our community.
Learn more! Explore this site to see all about what we do!
Kizuna is excited to offer three workshops, each focusing on a different age and cultural topic. Our workshops are sure to be educational, interactive, and of course, fun for all of our participants!
elementary & middle school workshop
Ages: 7-13
Food and food stories are the backbone of how tradition and culture are passed down. Join us in this interactive workshop as we make food, share stories, and teach about the importance of our culture & heritage.
This workshop features Kizuna's publication titled Thank You Very Mochi!
Saturday, August 26, 2017
10:00am - 1:30pm
Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington
1414 S Weller Street
Seattle, WA 98144
Registration: $30 per student
All registered participants will receive a copy of Kizuna's book "Thank You Very Mochi"
Lunch provided for participants
High School Workshop
Ages: 14-18
The leadership skills & practices of an individual are highly influenced by the values they hold. This workshop explores how Japanese American cultural values influence and enhance our ability to be a leader.
After 5 years of implementation and feedback, Kizuna's Cultural Values seminar is one of the best workshops we run!
Saturday, August 26, 2017
6:00pm - 9:30pm
Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington
1414 S Weller Street
Seattle, WA 98144
Registration: $30 per student
Dinner provided
College & Young Adult Workshop
Ages: 18-24+
Interested in taking a leadership role in your community? This seminar provides knowledge, tools, and skills to support next generation leaders. Discuss your community landscape, and gain skills to help you navigate and create change.
Sunday, August 27, 2017
10:00am - 1:30pm
Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington
1414 S Weller Street
Seattle, WA 98144
This workshop is free for participants.
This seminar features Kizuna's highly acclaimed "Bridging Generations" workshop.
Lunch provided
Kizuna extends our gratitude to the Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington for their support in helping us initiate our efforts in Seattle.
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