By Erin Tsurumoto Grassi, Associate Director at Alliance San Diego

I am a fourth generation Japanese American, yonsei. The internment of my family during World War II impacted my family, my community and my own life profoundly. While my family did not speak directly of the experience while I was growing up, I was both surrounded by its lasting presence, yet keenly aware that I was not supposed to talk about it. 

We are seeking two artists ages 18-24 to create artwork to inspire and motivate young voters in San Diego. Each artist will receive a $1,000 stipend to create one individual artwork design and one collaborative artwork design together.

By Miesha Rice, Advancement Director at Alliance San Diego

By Irving Hernandez, Alliance San Diego Board Member

DACA eased a lot of anxiety in my life. It has been the best political half-measure to happen, changing the lives of hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants across the country. DACA created a sense of protection so that I may live comfortably; without the constant fear of being deported in the Border Region. It opened up an opportunity for me to work legally and earn money to help pay my tuition for higher education. Along with the support of my parents, DACA granted me the chance to pursue and obtain a degree in Aerospace Engineering; a dream that I had all my life.