los alamos-japan institute
GLOBAL CONVERSATIONS—INTERCULTURAL BRIDGES
Los Alamos-Japan Institute builds global storytelling bridges in partnership with scientists, social thinkers, atomic bomb survivors, artists, holocaust survivors, peacemakers, universities, national parks, museums, and communities to connect people across history and culture.
places of conscience
places of conscience
places of conscience
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places of conscience
places of conscience
shared histories
places of conscience
shared histories
HELP BUILD HUMAN CONNECTIONS
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YOU are invited—JOIN LAJI and Truman in Israel—may 2023
LAJI israel TOUR
Join Clifton Truman Daniel, President Truman’s eldest grandson,
and LAJI Founder Dr. Judith Stauber, global group facilitator
and Israel expert for an adventure of a lifetime. Reserve your spot!
may 2-12, 2023
• Experience Haifa, nestled between the Carmel Mountains and the Mediterranean Sea • Explore Jerusalem holy sites • Participate in intercultural conversations with local experts • Walking tours
• Food markets• Shuks • Art • Performance by Clifton Truman Daniel as his grandfather •
Question welcome! Contact judith@laji.us about our inclusive 8-night Israel tour package
Truman and Israel
In 1948, the US became the first nation to recognize Israel minutes after founding. Weeks later, in the White House Rose Garden, Israeli President Chaim Weizmann, presented Truman with a Torah. In 1951, David Ben Gurion gifted Truman with a menorah. In 1972, Israel issued a stamp in his honor. The Torah and Menorah reside at the Harry S. Truman Library and Museum.
LAJI and Truman's Legacy
Clifton Truman Daniel, Grandson President Harry S. Truman
Chair, Los Alamos-Japan Institute Global Advisory Group
My grandfather took sole responsibility for the atomic bombings of Japan, neither making excuses nor denying the devastation. In 1947, when criticized for placing a wreath at the tomb of six Mexican army cadets who had died fighting against the US 100 years earlier, he said: "They had courage and courage does not belong to any one nation. You honor courage wherever you find it." We rejoice in the lives saved in WWII and acknowledge and honor the suffering of the people of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
LAJI GLOBAL COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
About Us
LAJI Founder, Dr. Judith Stauber
An intercultural and organizational development leader, Judith facilitates strategic global dialogue in partnership with universities, museums, national parks, business communities, and government officials. Judith served as Los Alamos History Museum Director (2011-2018) where she expanded exhibits to amplify voices of women, Native American, Hispanic, Jewish refugee scientists—and Japanese perspectives for the first time in the museum’s history. She negotiated and delivered historic proclamations of friendship to Hiroshima and Nagasaki from Los Alamos County. A global group facilitator, Judith collaborates with organizations across the US, UK, Israel, and Japan, has guided thousands of tour participants on unique cultural explorations in the US, Cuba, and Israel. Judith developed the LAJI Truman Israel Tour.
LAJI Global Advisors
Los Alamos-Japan Institute builds inclusive storytelling bridges between people with shared histories in places of conscience around the world. LAJI creates collaborative cross cultural programs to inspire diplomacy.
Message From Hiroshima
Kenji Shiga
As I was raised in Hiroshima, Los Alamos instantly reminded me of the bombing of Hiroshima on August, 6, 1945. At first I hesitated to visit but the warm personality of Judith Stauber helped me make the decision to actually visit. I cannot forget the warm welcome by Dr. Stauber and the people of Los Alamos. To my surprise, the beautiful blue sky and clear air made me feel refreshed and even familiar. After seeing exhibits and talking with people in Los Alamos—I reaffirmed the tremendous impact of science on humanity and the importance of faithfully facing history.
Kenji Shiga, Former Director Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
LAJI Non-Profit Fiscal Agent
The Paper Crane Foundation supports programming on reconciliation, disarmament and open, honest discussion of conflict. It is the sister organization to Japan’s Sadako Legacy, honoring Hiroshima survivor Sadako Sasaki, whose dying wish was for peace.