2025-2026 Mineta Ambassadors Program Academic Year

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After a highly competitive selection process, we are honored to recognize the following organizations for their exceptional proposals and dedication to making a meaningful impact. USJC and USJC (Japan) work together with the recipients to deepen lifelong ties and understanding between the peoples of the United States and Japan.

Academic Year 2025-2026

Hiroshima University – Mega Exchange Program for Nurturing Peace and Sustainability Leaders

• The program aims to cultivate future leaders for peace and sustainability through a 10- to 12-day short-term exchange program, facilitated between Hiroshima University and the University of Idaho. Each university will send 30 students to participate in lectures, site visits, group discussions, and presentations.

AFS-Japan and AFS-USA – Youth Talk: Connecting Japan and US Youth in Dialogue and Exchange

• The program aims to cultivate active global citizens through a 10- to 12-day short-term exchange program, with a focus on enhancing intercultural and interpersonal communication skills. AFS-Japan and AFS-USA will send 5 Japanese and 5 American high school students to participate in community and school-based activities, including a host family experience.