IATSS Forum
Leadership Development Program in Japan
Leadership Development Program in Japan
Thank you very much for the numerous applications we received.
Shortlisted applicants who passed the document screening will be notified of the interview date and time.
Thank you very much to the cooperation of everyone involved,
The 66th IATSS Forum program has been completed.
The 67th IATSS Forum program is scheduled to be held in the spring term of 2025.
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IATSS Forum nurtures young professionals in Asia who will play a leading role in their region and the world in the future.
Providing a platform of “Thinking and Learning Together” for young professionals in various fields in Asian countries, the IATSS Forum aims to nurture future leaders in Asia who have the motivation and capacity to think of solutions and take actions for a better future.
Young professionals from 10 countries across Asia gather in Suzuka, Japan.
Despite differences in culture, religion, and professional background, they grow together as leaders and work together toward the shared goal of “Making the World Sustainable", under the IATSS Forum motto, "Thinking and Learning Together."
Based on the concept of experiential learning, or “learning by doing”, various activities are provided for participants to deepen self and mutual understanding. This session helps the team build mutual respect and trust and nurture the spirit of “learning community”, which contributes to the self-development of each participant.
Workshops to develop practical skills for thinking and guiding a team are provided at the beginning of the program.
“Facilitation Skill” and “Systems Thinking” are examples. These are essential skills for participants when they conduct group work at the IATSS Forum as well as in their workplace once they return to their countries.
This seminar helps participants understand the role of education in the development of nations, by looking at education policies and practice in several countries. It also helps participants consider the challenges that current education systems face in each of our countries and reflect on the future direction of education.
The study is composed of a lecture and site visits. It helps participants understand current global environmental issues and measures taken by nations in response. The field study on Yokkaichi air pollution focuses on how Japan has overcome air pollution issues. This study helps participants consider how to balance economy and environment.
Learning from the Great East Japan Earthquake. Participants cultivate awareness toward disasters and disaster mitigation, and gain insight on how to apply the experience of the Great East Japan Earthquake to situations in their countries.
Learning about Utsunomiya’s transition to a networked compact city and sustainable transport city planning. Participants deepen understanding of sustainable transport city planning and the complex dynamics involved in addressing social issues, examine mobility’s role in improving overall well-being.
Brochure
30th Anniversary
booklet (2015)
