Japanese American Leadership Delegation to Japan Invitation Program

We are now accepting applications for the 2020 Japanese American Leadership delegation (JALD) invitation program to Japan. The JALD program provides the opportunity for a selected group of Japanese American leaders from across the U.S. to travel to Japan to engage with Japanese leaders.

The itinerary will include travel to Tokyo and Shizuoka. Transportation, hotel and meals will be provided. Individuals selected must be able to travel to Japan from March 6 to March 14, 2020, and attend a mandatory orientation in Los Angeles on January 31-February1, 2010.

Applications must be submitted by email, fax or mail to your local Consulate General of Japan by Friday, September 13, 2019. Applicants residing in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, or South Carolina should submit applications to the Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta. Applicants are also required to send a copy to the U.S.-Japan Council via e-mail.

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