Kelsey Lechner (Tochigi, 2015-2017)

Human trafficking is a global problem, and it is usually incredibly difficult to tackle due to its underground nature. It is often termed “slavery” or “modern slavery” and may include forced labor, sexual exploitation, servitude, and even organ removal. This crime impacts virtually every country in the world, including Japan and the United States. While both countries have some policies in place to prevent and prosecute human trafficking crimes and protect victims, these policies and their implementation could be greatly strengthened. Furthermore, increased cooperation between Japan and the United States on the international stage could help tackle the problem in the Asian region more effectively.

JETs on Japan: May, 2024

USJETAA is seeking freelance writers to write and publish monthly articles that showcase and highlight JETs and alumni who are contributing in innovative ways to the US-Japan relationship.

In October, Japan Society of Boston got to know Sarah Yasuda (Tokyo, 2015-2017). The JET program allowed her to connect with her heritage, explore her mother's hometown, and gain valuable teaching experience while fully immersing herself in the culture!

This event will provide valuable insights into the Japanese automotive industry. Connect with professionals working in the field to learn about key career opportunities, industry trends, and effective networking strategies in Kentucky and Michigan, while also exploring broader national opportunities in this dynamic sector.

October's Photo of the Month comes to us from Reid Efthymiou (Fukushima, 2024-Present).

This event will dive into Japanese language teaching credentialing, licensure and approaches across Kentucky and Michigan. Join this impressive panel on Tues., Oct. 8 @7:30pm ET.

Minoh City’s first Hack-A-Thon kicked off with a bang as middle school and high school girls across the city made their way to their first ever robotics and coding class.

This interview with current JET Adriana Nazarko (Osaka, 2022-205) delves into her project promoting sciences and advanced study in the US through a coding class completed entirely in English.

Are you curious about the JET Program? Join us for a virtual information session on October 3 @8pm ET. JET Program Coordinators and a diverse panel of alumni will share their experiences and answer your questions about the application and preparation process and JET life.