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2023 Annual Conference: Member’s Forum
The Annual Conference’s final day featured the Members Forum, providing a final opportunity for members to gather with one another. Hosted by Mistress of Ceremonies, 2023 Annual Conference Host Committee… Read More
TOMODACHI Story Jam Celebrates Youth with Disabilities’ Advocacy Videos
Congratulations to the 10 participants of the TOMODACHI Story Jam for Youth with Disabilities for successfully completing the program! TOMODACHI Story Jam, a nine-week digital storytelling and youth leadership program,… Read More
USJC Community Gathers in Washington, DC for 2023 Annual Conference
The U.S.-Japan Council and the U.S.-Japan Council (Japan) brought together nearly 600 members, alumni and other friends of the U.S.-Japan relationship for its twelfth Annual Conference, which took place November… Read More
Heart Aflame: Reflections from Past and Present Japan
I had just booked a flight to return to Japan for the first time in 34 years. I felt sheer jubilation. I blared an Eddie Money song on repeat, belting… Read More
CSI Roundtable Brings Climate Leaders Together For Solution-Focused Dialogue
On November 8, USJC convened its third in-person Sustainability Roundtable – the second in two consecutive years to be hosted at USJC’s Annual Conference. The dialogue gathered over 50 Japanese… Read More
Mental Wellness Affinity Group Hosts Breakout Session at the 2023 Annual Conference
On November 9, the USJC Mental Wellness Affinity Group hosted a breakout session titled “Leadership Addressing Anti-Asian Hate” during the 2023 Annual Conference in Washington, DC. This session delved into… Read More
USJC NorCal Region Visits Toyota Research Institute
What does the future of robotics and driving look like? The USJC NorCal members got a glimpse when they visited the Toyota Research Institute (TRI) on November 14. Hosted by… Read More
A Special Announcement from Suzanne
Following last week’s successful U.S.-Japan Council Annual Conference in Washington, DC, another important chapter has closed and a new one is beginning. Today I am announcing my plans to step… Read More
12th USJC Annual Conference Underscores Sustainability, Diversity and Bilateral Ties
Strategic and Solution-Focused Dialogues Convene Government, NPO and Industry Leaders of Japan and the United States in Washington, DC FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 17, 2023 WASHINGTON, DC – The… Read More