A Nikkei Nexus Community Series
My Immigrant Influencer
Every one of us got here because someone before us crossed something — an ocean, a language barrier, a new chapter in life. This is where we honor them.
WHAT THIS IS
The My Immigrant Influencer Series
The My Immigrant Influencer Series is a community storytelling project from Nikkei Nexus. We're asking community members to share a short, personal video tribute to the immigrant who most shaped their life or career.
These aren't polished productions. They're real stories, told in your own words, on your own phone. And that's exactly what makes them powerful.
The series launched in June during Immigrant Heritage Month — but the stories don't stop when the month does. We’d love to hear your story.
Highlight Videos
Watch featured stories from our community.
YOUR STORY
Who Is Your Immigrant Influencer?
A relative. A mentor. A neighbor. Someone who sacrificed, persisted, or simply kept going — and in doing so, changed the direction of your life.
If someone like that exists in your story, we want to hear about them.
Here's what to do:
Record a short video on your phone — 60 seconds or less, vertical, natural light. Talk like you're telling a friend. No script needed.
- Who is your Immigrant Influencer?
- What did they sacrifice or overcome?
- What did they pass down to you — a value, a memory, a way of moving through the world?
- How does their story push you forward today?
Post and send your video file to hello@nikkeinexus.org with your name and your handle/platform if you’d like to be tagged. We will be posting a few of these on our site/social handles. Leverage relevant hashtags #NikkeiNexus #StandingOnTheirShoulders #ImmigrantInfluencer #AAPI
That's it.
SUBMISSION AGREEMENT: By submitting, you give Nikkei Nexus permission to post and share your video across our platforms and website. You'll be credited by name. Questions? Email hello@nikkeinexus.org