We are Not Strangers: A conversation with Josh Tuininga

When: April 27th
Time: 11am
Where: Walla Walla Public Library, 238 E. Alder Street

The Walla Walla Immigrant Rights Coalition with The Listener’s Project: Queremos Escucharte, and the Walla Walla Public Library are excited to present Josh Tuininga, author  of "We are Not Strangers".

We Are Not Strangers is based on the true story of a Sephardic Jewish immigrant who helped his Japanese-American neighbors when they were incarcerated during WWII. In this talk, Josh Tuininga traces his family's Sephardic roots as they flee their home in Turkey, discover opportunities in America, and forge a new community in the multicultural neighborhood of the Seattle Central District. Through a visually engaging presentation, Tuininga will share the intricacies of his research and his creative process, while unraveling the profound lessons embedded in these tales of allyship and unity amidst the turbulence of wartime.

This story resonates deeply with the mission of the Walla Walla Immigrant Rights Coalition. Just as this historical account exemplifies solidarity and support across cultural boundaries, we strive to foster similar unity and advocacy for those facing injustice and discrimination. The story serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring impact of allyship and community support.

More about the artist: Josh Tuininga is an author, artist, and graphic designer based in North Bend, WA. A graduate of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Tuininga's artistic career has explored a variety of mediums including sequential art, animation, painting and design. In 2003, he founded an Art + Design Agency, The Medium where he continues to work as Creative Director.