2012 U.S.-Japan Council
Emerging Leaders Program
Empowering the Next Generation
APPLICATION PERIOD NOW OPEN
Program Overview
The U.S.-Japan Council Emerging Leaders Program is an interactive, educational program designed to encourage the next generation of leaders to act as first movers, innovators and entrepreneurs in their professional fields.
Each year a pool of 8-10 young Japanese American professionals are chosen from across the country to attend the U.S.-Japan Council Annual Conference, which focuses on topics identified by both the U.S. and Japan as key areas for collaboration. This year’s theme is INNOVATE, EDUCATE, COLLABORATE: Moving Forward the U.S.-Japan Partnership.
The U.S.-Japan Council Emerging Leaders Program is an interactive, educational program designed to encourage the next generation of leaders to act as first movers, innovators and entrepreneurs in their professional fields.
Each year a pool of young Japanese American professionals are chosen from across the country to attend the U.S.-Japan Council Annual Conference, which focuses on topics identified by both the U.S. and Japan as key areas for collaboration. The Conference is a forum for education and networking among the highest levels of leadership in business, public policy, academia, journalism and community organizations. By providing access to senior leaders on key U.S.-Japan topics and mentorship opportunities, the program aims to motivate young professionals to pursue further activities that promote strong and positive U.S.-Japan relations.
Application (June 29th Deadline)
The 2012 USJC Emerging Leaders Program will be comprised of 8-10 young Japanese American professionals or college students. The delegates will participate in a leadership orientation program and attend the 2012 U.S.-Japan Council Annual Conference in Seattle, Washington. Selected recipients will receive transportation, three to four nights hotel (depending on departure city), modest stipend for expenses and funded registration.
Ideal candidates for the USJC Emerging Leaders Program should meet the following criteria:
- Young Japanese American professional or college students 18-35 years of age.
- Demonstrated leadership potential and interest.
- Ability to express his/her interest in U.S.-Japan relations through professional, academic, extra-curricular and/or community involvement.
- Commitment to remain involved in U.S.-Japan relations in regional or national activities.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION.
Please send all information by mail, fax, or email to:
U.S.-Japan Council
Bryan Takeda, Program Director
2207 Colby Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90064-1504
Contact
For more information, please contact:
- Bryan Takeda at 626-396-9927 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
- Candice Shikai at 310-500-2973 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Important Dates
- Application Deadline - June 29th, 2012 (Friday)
- 2012 Annual Conference - October 4th-6th, 2012 (Applicants must be able to attend)
Program Goals
The U.S.-Japan Council is an organization focused on strengthening the U.S.-Japan relationship by building strong people-to-people connections. The USJC Emerging Leaders Programs advances the Council’s mission by connecting delegates with Council Members with mutual interests. As a part of the program, delegates will also participate in the Annual Members Meeting on October 6th, which will allow them to engage in discussions on a variety of subjects including entrepreneurship, education and NPO/NGO network-building.
Over time, the goal of the program is to develop a diverse pool of successful alumni who think globally, assume greater leadership roles in society and are enthusiastic about sustaining a strong partnership between the U.S. and Japan.
Click here to visit the USJC Emerging Leaders Program Archive.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Please contact USJC Development Director Saki Takasu at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Click here for information about sponsorship levels and benefits.
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