The iwo jima association of america (ijaa) is dedicated to preserving and perpetuating the history of the battle of iwo jima for future generations. annually ijaa sponsors two educational and historical symposiums, in the washington, dc locale and on the island of guam. the symposium on guam includes the "reunion of honor" memorial service on iwo jima, jointly held with the iwo jima association of japan (ijaj). the primary purpose of these symposia is to honor those veterans on both sides who sacrificed so much, and to educate the younger generations on the history of the battle in particular, and world war ii in general.

Assist wounded, ill & injured service members, veterans & military families.

Provide resources & support to sustain and expand programs & activities essential to mca's mission.

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To foster and encourage interest in marine corps aviation, perpetuate the spirit of comradeship traditional in marine corps aviation, provide appropriate recognition for superior performance and achievement in marine corps aviation, and assimilate and perpetuate the historical traditions of the first marine aviation force veterans association.