JETAA USA


JETAA USA is our all-volunteer run sister-organization at the national level and is comprised of 3 Country Representatives whom are elected by the 19 US JETAA Chapters on an annual basis.

The US is represented by 3 Country Representatives (CRs) as part of the JETAA International Executive Committee. These CRs represent the 19 US Chapters and related sub-chapters at international meetings. JETAA USA and USJETAA work closely together on initiatives and projects as appropriate. JETAA USA facilitates the annual JETAA USA National Conference which brings together the leadership of all 19 chapters to exchange best practices, collaborate on projects and find ways to better serve alumni in their local regions. Our two organizations compliment each other in the support and resources we provide the overall JETAA community here in the USA.

*JETAA USA does not have the structure or capacity to accept sponsorships or donations, therefore we ask that you direct those to USJETAA in support of the work we collectively do.

What’s the difference between USJETAA and JETAA USA?

  • 501c3 non-profit organization

  • Can apply for grants and accept donations / sponsorships

  • Paid staff including full time Executive Director and contractors as appropriate

  • Governed by a Board of Directors

  • Serves as the point of contact for outside organizations and entities

  • Financially independent of the Japanese government (note: some funding does come from Japanese governmental institutions)

  • Supports individual alumni, JETAA chapters, and current JETs though regular programs

  • JET alumni register as members of USJETAA to join the national alumni directory

  • No official legal status

  • Cannot apply for grants or accept donations / sponsorships

  • Three dedicated, volunteer Country Representatives elected by the 19 JETAA chapters in the US

  • Guided by a Board of Advisors

  • Represents the US internationally with JETAA International

  • Fully funded by the Japanese government (CLAIR)

  • Primarily supports US JETAA chapter leaders

  • Helps organize the JETAA USA National Conference for JETAA chapter leaders