Through platforming voices and turning ideas into action, we're building the community space for the next generation.
Yo! Media is the parent organization, providing a home for our various groups, initiatives, and events. As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, our core mission is to establish a vibrant community space for the next generation, where we uplift diverse voices and catalyze innovative ideas into meaningful action.
Visit our ChannelThrough a seven-day overnight experience, carefully crafted curriculum, an all-star staff, and a little bit of camp magic, Yo! Camp provides a special experience for youth in the Japanese American community by providing a safe, hands-on environment for family fun, personal discovery, and life-lasting memories.
Learn More >>Yo! Magazine is our online publication that serves as a platform for thought-provoking opinion pieces. With a focus on identity and culture, our blog provides a space for emerging voices to share their perspectives on a wide range of topics.
Yo! Accelerator selects an annual class of projects and provides our services, training, and support through an two-year program cycle with additional support and fiscal sponsorship beyond.
Learn More >>Yo! Records is dedicated to showcasing local talent and fostering community connections through the promotion of emerging artists.
Dani is an LA-based Animation intern who loves painting, reading, knitting, and bird watching. You can catch her working for various businesses and non-profits around DTLA in her free time!
Alissa Okada (she/her) is a Shin-Nisei UCLA alum, born and raised in LA. She loves crocheting, taking pictures of clouds/sunsets, and collecting cute figures (i.e. Sonny Angels and Smiskis).