World War II and the Hiroshima Atomic Bomb
The U.S.-Japan Council’s Pacific Northwest / Portland region and Shokookai of Portland hosted a unique story of the Japanese American experience during WWII, as told by Ed Kawasaki. Ed was… Read More
Community Insights: ESG: A Tough but Essential Framework, Now More than Ever – from Purpose to Measurable Outcomes
This article is part of a series of insights and essays from members in our community. If you would like to submit an article or recommend a USJC member to be… Read More
U.S.-Japan Leadership in Addressing the Climate Crisis
On August 31 (U.S.) and September 1 (Japan), the U.S.-Japan Council (USJC) hosted the first 2021 Bilateral Boardroom, “U.S.-Japan Leadership in Addressing the Climate Crisis,” featuring U.S. Special Presidential… Read More
Community Insights: Key Takeaways from the Bilateral Boardroom
This article is part of a series of insights and essays from members in our community. If you would like to submit an article or recommend a USJC member to be… Read More
USJC President & CEO Suzanne Basalla: Remembering 9.11
This is a series in which USJC President & CEO Suzanne Basalla shares her thoughts directly with the USJC community. Soon we will mark 20 years since the September 11,… Read More
Bilateral Boardroom: U.S.-Japan Leadership in Addressing the Climate Crisis
The U.S.-Japan Council (USJC) held its second virtual Bilateral Boardroom on August 31 (U.S.) and September 1 (Japan). Featuring a fireside chat between U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate,… Read More
Community Insights: Strengthening Our Ties in Mental Wellness
Insights from Council Leader Gerald Hane, Ph.D, Research Fellow, Health and Global Policy Institute The COVID-19 pandemic has driven a dramatic rise in individuals experiencing mental health challenges globally. This rise has… Read More
ELP Alumni in Hawaii Discuss Sustainability
On August 12, four alumni of the Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) Hawaii region showcased issues on sustainability from the lens of different industries, including energy, transportation, public spaces… Read More
Emerging Leaders Program: Kaiwa Series featuring Kristi Yamaguchi
The ELP Kaiwa Series is a new initiative to connect USJC’s U40 (under 40) ELP community with established leaders from USJC through meaningful conversations. The goal of these conversations is… Read More
Board Spotlight Series: Phyllis Campbell
Meet Phyllis Campbell, Chair, Pacific Northwest Region, JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Immediate Past Chair, USJC Board of Directors How did you first become involved with USJC… Read More