Preserves and shares history of the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans to promote equity and justice today.Preserving Japanese American stories of the past for the generations of tomorrow.

Core values

- **Documentation and Preservation**: Densho preserves and makes accessible the oral histories and experiences of Japanese Americans incarcerated during World War II, ensuring these critical narratives are not lost[1][2][5].
- **Education and Awareness**: The project provides educational resources, including curricula, films, and other materials, to educate the public about historical injustices and their relevance to contemporary issues of democracy, civil rights, and intolerance[1][5].
- **Promoting Equity and Social Justice**: Densho connects the historical injustice of Japanese American incarceration to broader patterns of discrimination and intolerance, fostering a broader understanding of social justice issues and promoting action for equity[1][2][4].
- **Community Engagement and Empowerment**: The project involves and empowers marginalized communities by giving them a platform to present their own stories and materials, and it maintains strong relationships with the community to ensure trust and respect[2][4].
- **Cross-Community Collaboration**: Densho collaborates with other cultural organizations to support various marginalized groups, promoting a sense of solidarity and shared advocacy[1].