The American School in Japan on Monday presented a student with a scholarship created as part of the Tokyo school's efforts to honor survivors of former teacher Jack Moyer's sex abuse and "promote healing and reconciliation" in its community.
The inaugural award — ¥1 million toward the future higher education of the recipient — is "a tribute" to the survivors of Moyer's abuse and "recognizes their exceptional strength and courage" in bringing the truth to light and fighting for justice, said Brian Johnson, chairman of the ASIJ board of directors and trustees.
During a ceremony at the ASIJ campus in Chofu, western Tokyo, the award was presented by 10 survivors making their first visit to the school since the scandal came to light in early 2014. It was given to a current ASIJ student in recognition of her own courage and strength.