Justice for Filipino American Veterans (JFAV)

11/11/2020

Watch live here:

11/11/2020

The JFAV 2020 Virtual Program is LIVE! If you are having trouble connecting, please follow the direct link to the YouTube stream:

11/12/2017

Thank you for participating at this year! Moving forward, please share and complete this evaluation form by Saturday November 18th.

Thank you for participating in this year's JFAV march and rally. Please answer the following questions as honestly and in as much detail as you can to better prepare us for future actions. For any direct questions or comments, contact us at [email protected].

11/07/2017

CALL TO ACTION: We need your support today!

Text RESIST to 50409

Check if your congressperson has sponsored HR 3865 (Filipino Veterans Fairness Act)!

COSPONSORS

Rep. Barragan, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44]*
Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]*
Rep. Costa, Jim [D-CA-16]*
Rep. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-18]*
Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17]*
Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]*
Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33]*
Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-32]*
Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-20]*
Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-28]* Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-30]*
Rep. Vargas, Juan [D-CA-51]*
Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-27]*
Rep. Swalwell, Eric [D-CA-15]

IF CONGRESSPERSON HAS NOT SPONSORED:

Hello,

My name is ________________, and I am one of your constituents. On behalf of the remaining 15,000 Filipino World War II Veterans both living in the United States and the Philippines and their 68,000 survivors, we ask for your support and sponsorship of HR 3865 (Filipino Veterans Fairness Act), a recently reintroduced bill by Representative Jackie Speier's office of the 14th District of California.

It is not too late to recognize Filipino World War II veterans and their wartime service as American veterans as promised by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. It is not too late to correct this historical misstep of 71 years. While the recently passed Congressional Gold Medal Act is an admirable step towards recognition and one the veterans want, let us be reminded about the ongoing struggle of veterans fighting for full equity. Let us remember the veterans' courage and sacrifices by recognizing the 75th Anniversary of the Bataan Death March where 80,000 Filipino and American prisoners of war were forced to endure 100 km of severe abuse and torture. Let us honor the veterans with your support and sponsorship of HR 3865 (Filipino Veterans Fairness Act).

Thank you for your consideration.

Best,
___________

IF CONGRESSPERSON HAS SUPPORTED:

Hello,

My name is ________________, and I am one of your constituents. On behalf of the remaining 15,000 Filipino World War II Veterans both living in the United States and the Philippines and their 68,000 survivors, we thank you for your continued support and sponsorship of HR 3865 (Filipino Veterans Fairness Act), a recently reintroduced bill by Representative Jackie Speier's office of the 14th District of California.

As this year marks the 75th Anniversary of the Bataan Death March where 80,000 Filipino and American prisoners of war were forced to endure 100 km of severe abuse and torture; it is critical to gather more support and sponsorship for the Filipino Veterans Fairness Act to honor the veterans' courage and sacrifices.

Thank you for your consideration.

Best,
___________

09/30/2017

Starting this semester, grade 11 history books in the San Francisco Bay Area will include information on the sacrifices of Filipino veterans during the second World War, filling a gap that has long been forgotten. Cecilia Gaerlan, executive director of the Bataan Legacy Historical Society, hopes tha...

09/16/2017

On Wednesday, October 25, leaders of the U.S. House and Senate will present a Congressional Gold Medal in honor of Filipino veterans of World War II for their service and sacrifice during the war.

09/04/2017

Experts and WW II survivors from the Philippines, Canada and the United States will participate in various panels

05/30/2017

Air date of May 24, 2017 Part 1 of 1: Significance of Fall of Bataan and How we can Help our WWII Veterans Kababayan Today is America's FIRST and ONLY daily ...

04/09/2017

TODAY IS BATAAN DAY: On April 9th, 1942, 67,000 Pilipinxs were prisoners of war and forced to march 87 miles wherein approximately 10,000 died. We are taught that 260,000 Pilipinxs served in WWII, but what about when the military service of 250,000 was exclusively deemed inactive by the Rescission Act of 1946? We kick off Pilipinx Visibility Week on 9 different campuses across Southern California by fighting for our hxstory to be a requirement, not an elective. This week's schedule to be released soon. SAVE THE DATE on Saturday 4/15 for "Resistance is Stronger: Mas Malakas ang Pakikibaka" where all schools convene with performances, guest speakers, and more at Pilipino Workers Center in Historic Filipinotown, Los Angeles from 6-8 pm. ISANG BAGSAK.