José Keichi Fuentes

Homestead Housing Authority provides high quality, affordable, safe and sanitary housing of choice so that our clients and their families are able to elevate their quality of life with dignity.

JDRF is the leading global organization harnessing the power of research, advocacy, and community engagement to advance life-changing breakthroughs for type 1 diabetes (T1D)

A non-profit* organization dedicated to fostering friendship and understanding between the U.S. and Japan *in process

Mayor's Council Purpose: The Mayors Council helps plan and implement the city's national and international trade promotion policies for the purposes of stimulating commercial and residential development and expanding the city's tax base through the promotion of trade and local investment in accordance with the bylaws adopted by the council. *Plan, implement, and coordinate the city sister cities program, execute all sister city agreements for the same, and oversee the city's national and… Show more

Mayor's Council Purpose: The Mayors Council helps plan and implement the city's national and international trade promotion policies for the purposes of stimulating commercial and residential development and expanding the city's tax base through the promotion of trade and local investment in accordance with the bylaws adopted by the council. *Plan, implement, and coordinate the city sister cities program, execute all sister city agreements for the same, and oversee the city's national and international, professional, and technical educational and cultural exchanges, promotion and policies to create and stimulate friendly and meaningful relationships; and *Coordinate protocol requirements for national and international events and dignitaries pursuant to the standard and practices adopted by the council Show less

The U.S.-Japan Council is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit educational organization that contributes to strengthening U.S.-Japan relations by bringing together diverse leadership, engaging stakeholders and exploring issues that benefit communities, businesses and government entities on both sides of the Pacific. The Council cultivates an international network of members, and collaborates with other organizations and institutions to develop programs that allow members to engage with their counterparts in… Show more

The U.S.-Japan Council is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit educational organization that contributes to strengthening U.S.-Japan relations by bringing together diverse leadership, engaging stakeholders and exploring issues that benefit communities, businesses and government entities on both sides of the Pacific. The Council cultivates an international network of members, and collaborates with other organizations and institutions to develop programs that allow members to engage with their counterparts in the United States and Japan. The Council promotes people-to-people relations as crucial to a strong U.S.-Japan relationship. The Council was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Washington, DC with staff in California, Hawaii and Tokyo. In 2012, the U.S.-Japan Council (Japan) was created to support the administration of the TOMODACHI Initiative, and in 2013, it became a Public Interest Corporation (Koeki Zaidan Hojin). The U.S.-Japan Council (Japan) maintains an office in Tokyo, Japan. Show less

The Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce is a catalyst to help members grow, improve and protect their businesses. It is dedicated to building the best environment for business in the Americas and committed to improving the economic vitality of South Florida by educating and advocating for solutions to members’ business needs.

The Asian-American Advisory Board (AAAB) was created to work in an advisory capacity to the Board of County Commissioners, administration, community and all agencies in Miami-Dade County with respect to matters pertaining to the Asian-American community. In addition, the Board and its staff routinely assist people with their grievances and intervene with the appropriate parties to seek a resolution.

On November 1, 1990, Kagoshima City and Miami, FL entered a Sister Cities Pact, building a tangible network of friends through youth exchange programs and strengthening the U.S.-Japan relationship. To commemorate the Miami-Kagoshima Sister Cities Pact anniversary, 20 Friendship Blossoms dogwood trees were planted at the Agricultural Park in Kagoshima City in November 2015. In 2016 the City of Miami reciprocated, by Celebrating 25th Anniversary.

United HomeCare is a non-profit home health and community care organization serving South Florida. We are dedicated to providing proven quality services in the comfort of our clients' own homes and communities.

Since 1924, United Way of Miami has been an innovative force in the community, successfully responding to emerging needs and transforming people’s lives. Today our work is focused on #education, #financial stability and #health—the building blocks for a good life. We invest in quality programs, #advocate for better policies, engage people in the community and generate resources.

Miami Dade College, or simply Miami Dade or MDC, is a state college located in Miami, Florida. Miami Dade has eight campuses and twenty-one outreach centers located throughout Miami-Dade County. Founded in 1959, Miami Dade is the largest college in the Florida College System with over 172,000 students. Additionally, MDC is also the largest institution of higher education in Florida, and the second-largest in the United States. Miami Dade College's main campus, the Wolfson Campus, is in Downtown… Show more

Miami Dade College, or simply Miami Dade or MDC, is a state college located in Miami, Florida. Miami Dade has eight campuses and twenty-one outreach centers located throughout Miami-Dade County. Founded in 1959, Miami Dade is the largest college in the Florida College System with over 172,000 students. Additionally, MDC is also the largest institution of higher education in Florida, and the second-largest in the United States. Miami Dade College's main campus, the Wolfson Campus, is in Downtown Miami. Show less

To review and make recommendations to the City Commission concerning waterfront issues; To be informed of waterfront issues at the same time or before said issues are presented to other committees or boards; To have the responsibility to review and evaluate issues related to the use and development of city-owned waterfront property and shall provide advice to the city commission concerning those issues. The board is expected to be aware of city policy concerning development and coordinate its… Show more

To review and make recommendations to the City Commission concerning waterfront issues; To be informed of waterfront issues at the same time or before said issues are presented to other committees or boards; To have the responsibility to review and evaluate issues related to the use and development of city-owned waterfront property and shall provide advice to the city commission concerning those issues. The board is expected to be aware of city policy concerning development and coordinate its endeavors with the city's planning advisory board and any other committees or boards, which will be affected by the board's recommendations; and, To be informed of all issues concerning the major development and/or disposition of city-owned waterfront property for its input and advice at the conceptual planning stage for such development and/or disposition; "major development and/or disposition" shall be defined as such activities that require public notice and hearings pursuant to the City of Miami Charter and Code and shall not encompass minor changes, renovations and/or alterations to any existing city-owned waterfront property Show less

The Honors College is the center of undergraduate academic excellence at FIU. The Board represents a community of students, faculty, and staff from all backgrounds and disciplines who are dedicated to excellence in all pursuits. It offers a unique academic and social experience that is compatible with all majors, transcends disciplines, and encourages our students to become life-long learners.

The National Japanese American Memorial Foundation (NJAMF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to education and public awareness about the internment of Japanese Americans by the U.S. government during World War II. NJAMF believes that our nation is strengthened by its diversity, and that constitutional rights must be cherished, guarded and upheld regardless of race, religion or ethnicity.

In July 2011, the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) adopted Resolution R-561-11Adobe Reader , which established the Wetlands Advisory Task Force (WATF). The WATF consisted of seven voting members, six appointed by the BCC and one appointed by the Mayor, and three non-voting members, representing the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and the South Florida Water Management District. Pursuant to Section… Show more

In July 2011, the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) adopted Resolution R-561-11Adobe Reader , which established the Wetlands Advisory Task Force (WATF). The WATF consisted of seven voting members, six appointed by the BCC and one appointed by the Mayor, and three non-voting members, representing the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and the South Florida Water Management District. Pursuant to Section 1 of the establishing legislation, the WATF had four stated purposes: Reviewing the process that is used in classifying and determining wetland designations. Determining whether the appeals process is fair, adequate and allows for due-process. Investigate ways of providing enhanced outreach to property owners located in environmentally sensitive areas regarding environmental permitting requirements that may be applicable to their properties. Provide advice and recommendations to the BCC regarding revisions to wetlands regulations in Chapter 24 of the Miami-Dade County Code and any Environmental Resources Management fees related thereto Show less

The City Year Miami Board is critical to the successful performance, mission fulfillment, and sustainability of City Year Miami. They serve as our first circle of leaders, champions, and stakeholders. They include the following dedicated corporate, government, nonprofit, and community leaders.

The South Miami-Dade Watershed area is composed of vibrant communities with strong identities established on foundations that are economically, socially and environmentally sustainable, which honor private property rights. It supports economically viable and diverse agriculture; ensures a healthy and sustainable south Biscayne Bay and Biscayne and Everglades National Parks; and promotes open space and tourism and recreational facilities based on its natural wonders while welcoming other… Show more

The South Miami-Dade Watershed area is composed of vibrant communities with strong identities established on foundations that are economically, socially and environmentally sustainable, which honor private property rights. It supports economically viable and diverse agriculture; ensures a healthy and sustainable south Biscayne Bay and Biscayne and Everglades National Parks; and promotes open space and tourism and recreational facilities based on its natural wonders while welcoming other compatible enterprises. Sustainable urban development preserves historic quality and rural character with a strong sense of local community and stewardship Show less

The primary mission of the Community Relations Board is to intervene and contain community tensions, as quickly as possible. The secondary mission of the Community Relations Board is: to work proactively to identify and relieve intergroup conflicts before crises arise to develop bridges of understanding and support programs in the community to foster understanding, communication, and mutual respect to develop and support local or city based Community Relations Boards throughout the county to… Show more

The primary mission of the Community Relations Board is to intervene and contain community tensions, as quickly as possible. The secondary mission of the Community Relations Board is: to work proactively to identify and relieve intergroup conflicts before crises arise to develop bridges of understanding and support programs in the community to foster understanding, communication, and mutual respect to develop and support local or city based Community Relations Boards throughout the county to assure that resources are in place to respond to community crisis Show less