The Railroad and Mine Workers Memorial Scholarship was established by the families of Japanese American railroad and mine workers to pay tribute to the lives of these Issei and Nisei pioneers. This scholarship memorializes the story of these workers, who were fired from their jobs after the outbreak of World War II, and their children's successful fight for recognition and justice decades later. The scholarship is for graduate students. Applicants must be attending an institution of higher learning within the United States in the Fall of 2026. Students deferring enrollment will not qualify for the 2026 scholarship program. Every applicant must be an active National JACL member. JACL membership is open to everyone of any ethnic background. Applicants must hold an Individual or Student/Youth Membership. A Couple/Family membership by a parent will not meet this requirement. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Japanese American Citizens League for more information.