[Event] Invitation to the Japan-Korea Alumni DEIA Dialogue: Cultural Exchange and Aging Issues
The Japan Alumni Community of US Exchange Programs (JAC-US), which consists of Japanese alumni from programs funded by the United States government, will host an online event in collaboration with the Korea-U.S. Vision Association on Saturday, October 26, from 10:00 AM for 90 minutes. This event will provide an opportunity to discuss common challenges, such […]
[Report] JAC-US DEI Webinar Report 2022-2024
We’re excited to announce the release of JAC-US's first webinar report! Since its launch in 2022, our JAC-US DEI Webinar Course has become one of our most popular initiatives, driving significant social impact. Over the past two years, we've had the pleasure of engaging more than 200 participants and hosting over 10 esteemed guest speakers […]
[Report] JAC-US Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Webinar #4 Summary: Health & Diverse Working Styles
SUMMARY The webinar featured insights from Yuki Akutsu, a breast cancer survivor, and Akiko Kimura, a cancer support specialist at MAGGIE'S TOKYO. Yuki shared her experience of being diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer, undergoing a mastectomy, and continuing her career while facing societal stigma and workplace bias. She emphasized the importance of open communication with […]
Sympathy for the Taiwan Earthquake
My thoughts and prayers are with those who are affected by the disaster. Hoping for the best as they recover from this tragic event. If there are any alumni who have been affected by the earthquake or are making efforts to support the victims, we would appreciate it if you could contact JAC-US.
[Report] DEI Webinar #2: KSMoCA as Social Practice
Date: January 26, 2024Topic: DEI Webinar #2: KSMoCA as Social PracticeSpeakers: Dr. Kiara Hill Midori YamanakaMC: Chiho Kato （JAC-US） ① Art and Social Practice: Art and Social Practice represents a contemporary art movement that is highly dynamic and diverse. This field, housed within Portland State University's (PSU) Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program, encompasses a variety of practices known interchangeably […]
JAC-US Webinar Course 2023-2024
Just one week to go, on November 26 at 12:00pm, the DEI webinar will begin! This hour-long webinar will feature top speakers on diversity, gender, environment, entrepreneurship, and more, and is open to everyone, USG program participants and non-participants alike. And on Saturday, December 9, the Parliamentary Debate Workshop will be held in Tokyo.Improvised English […]
[Report] IVLP Reception Nagoya
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the U.S.-Japan exchange through the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) and we, JAC-US, is leading a two-year program, "IVLP Alumni INNOVATION: Connecting Emerging Leaders to Strengthen the U.S.-Japan Partnership", a two-year program funded by the U.S. Embassy Tokyo. "IVLP Reception Nagoya”, held at the residence of the Principal […]
[Webinar Course] JAC-US Webinar Course 2023-2024
JAC-US DEI Webinar Course IS BACK!!! Starting next month, we will re-launch "JAC-US Webinar Course: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) for Social Impact", covering the themes that are vital for the sustainability and peace of U.S.-Japan relations and the world! The first seminar "Sustainable Business and Organization" will take place on November 26 at 11:00 […]
[Webinar] DEI Webinar: Lessons Learned from the film "CURED" (Nov. 7)
About the Film: Official "CURED" website: https://www.cureddocumentary.com/Free screening period: October 28 to November 6, 2023.The 60-minute film is in English with Japanese subtitles. Webinar: Date & Time: Tuesday, November 7, 5:30-6:30pm (Japan time)This program will be conducted in Japanese only.Program Title: Lessons Learned from the film "CURED"Date: Tuesday, November 7, 2023Time: 5:30pm to 6:30pmFacilitator & […]
JAC-US first anniversary!
JAC-US Kick-off Meeting The kick-off meeting of JAC-US, now in its second year, was held. Mr. Akash, Public Affairs Officer of the U.S. Consulate General in Osaka-Kobe, gave the opening remarks, and Mr. Kent, English Education Officer, joined us throughout the meeting. Thank you very much for your great cooperation again. The core members then […]