The Next Generation Global Leaders Program “The Ship for World Youth Leaders” serves as a unique cross-cultural exchange program that aims to provide participating youth with the opportunity to enhance their leadership and management skills necessary to excel in an increasingly globalized world. By engaging in a series of expert-led seminars, and participant-led workshops and cultural activities, participants are challenged to deepen their mutual understanding, broaden global perspectives, and strengthen their spirit of international cooperation. Overall, the Ship for World Youth Leaders program aims to harness future leaders capable of contributing to society by exercising their leadership skills in various fields in global society while establishing a strong human network beyond borders.
Location:
JapanBenefits
The aims and objectives of the Ship for World Youth are:
- To foster the spirit and practice of international cooperation
- To promote friendship and mutual understanding between the youth of Japan and the youth of other parts of the world
- To broaden the international awareness of participants
- To develop youth capable of playing leading roles in various sectors of their societies and in turn contribute to the sound development of youth in their respective countries
Cost:
The Ship for World Youth program is organized and implemented by the Management and Coordination Agency of the Japanese Government in conjunction with the Cabinet Office. The Government of Japan covers the cost of airfares to and accommodation in Japan and during the cruise. Only a small amount of spending money is needed for free time during port of call visits and to purchase items from the bar, vending machines & souvenir shop on board the Ship.
Eligibilities
Eligible Regions: Australia, India, Mexico, Mozambique, Oman, Peru, Poland, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Japan.Application Process
- The Cabinet Office decides the participating countries, and recruits the participating youth from overseas in collaboration with the Japanese Embassies and the Ministry in charge of Youth Affairs in respective countries.
- To find out more, please contact the Japanese Embassy in your country.
- Information about how to apply may be obtained from the SWYAA in your country as well.
