Duncan Ryūken Williams, director of the USC Shinso Ito Center for Japanese Religions and Culture, author of American Sutra: A Story of Faith and Freedom in the Second World War, and ordained Soto Zen Buddhist priest, will give a presentation on Irei: National Monument for the WWII Japanese American Incarceration, This project includes the Ireichō, a sacred book of names now on display at JANM.

• Meet Duncan Ryuken Williams.

• Hear from some who participated in the stamping of names with Ireicho.

• Learn more about the Irei Project.

Please reserve a ticket for in-person or online accss via ZOOM. Limited seating is available.

Dharma Talk about “American Sutra”. Presented by the Midwest Buddhist Temple.

Presentation on “American Sutra” at the opening reception for the Go For Broke Foundation “Courage & Compassion” exhibit. Sponsored by the Chicago Japanese American Service Committee.

Lecture followed by discussion with Rev. Ron Miyamura (MBT) and Sarah Jacoby (Associate Professor of Religious Studies, Northwestern University). Book sales/signing will follow. Presented by the Midwest Buddhist Temple.