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Strengthening Global Networks of Women in Business and Security

Societies are more prosperous and peaceful when they empower women to participate fully in civic and economic life. Through its International Visitor Leadership Programs (IVLP), the State Department is building a global network that empowers women at home and abroad to become leaders in their communities and in the global marketplace. Learn more about the ...

By U.S. Mission Japan | 20 December, 2018 | Topics: Alumni, Gender Issues, News, Scholarships and Exchanges

Embassy to Host “America EXPO 2018” with U.S. Universities on September 8

U.S. Embassy Tokyo will host its annual “America EXPO” college fair on September 8, 2018 at Ochanomizu Sola City Conference Center in Ochanomizu, Tokyo. Representatives from over 90 U.S. universities and colleges will attend, and the EXPO will feature 16 different seminars. The event is free of charge and open to students, parents, ...

By U.S. Mission Japan | 29 August, 2018 | Topics: Education, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, Study in the U.S.

Eighty International Young Women Gather for Women’s Leadership Conference

This summer, the State Department gathered 80 exceptional young women from 21 different countries for the Women Embracing Leadership and Service Conference. Designed to promote the exchange of ideas on women’s issues across the globe, the conference was the kick-off event for the 2018 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Student Leaders on Women’s Leadership. ...

By U.S. Mission Japan | 14 August, 2018 | Topics: Gender Issues, News, Scholarships and Exchanges

Future Leaders Prepare to Tackle Global Challenges

Imagine you’re a young professional, embarked on a career that is attracting notice and improving people’s lives in your country, and along comes an offer to leave family, friends and job for 12 to 18 months to take a fellowship in the United States. What do you say? The answer is “yes” for the dozens ...

By U.S. Mission Japan | 20 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Scholarships and Exchanges, Study in the U.S.

Security Message: Safe Night in Tokyo

June 30, 2017 As peak travel season approaches, the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo is offering the following security tips to help visitors stay safe while enjoying Tokyo’s world-famous nightlife. The general crime rate in Japan is well below the U.S. national average, and Tokyo, like all of Japan, is generally a safe place for visitors. ...

By U.S. Mission Japan | 30 June, 2017 | Topics: Alert, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, Security & Emergency Messages

Japanese Women’s Leadership Initiative Offers Executive Program in Boston

The JWLI is now taking applications for their four-week executive development program for up-and-coming Japanese women leaders with a clear vision for social change in Japan. The program includes participation in the Women’s Leadership Program at Babson College, a 5-day intensive entrepreneurial management program, and visits to successful nonprofit organizations in Boston to learn their ...

By U.S. Mission Japan | 1 May, 2017 | Topics: Gender Issues, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, Study in the U.S.

Honoring the Work of the TOMODACHI Initiative

Chargé d’Affaires Jason Hyland spoke with TOMODACHI Initiative alumni and partners about how the program creates important bonds between the next generation of Japanese and American leaders.

By U.S. Mission Japan | 10 March, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Education, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Japan

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