Membership in the College Women’s Association of Japan offers many exciting opportunities for women, including LGBTQ+, to connect with Japan and with each other. Coming from around 25 nations including Japan, CWAJ members have made impressive achievements for seven decades. No other women’s organization in Tokyo offers such unique opportunities to volunteer in the community, that provide outlets for using skills and talents as we work toward shared goals and build indelible friendships transcending time and distance.
Our primary mission is the provision of scholarships. These scholarships are funded by donations and by proceeds from the CWAJ Print Show, an exhibition and sale of contemporary Japanese print art which is the largest of its kind in Japan. Members have the privilege of playing an active part in hanging the extraordinary Print Show and participating in the scholarship selection process.
The monthly general meeting features a powerful speaker series. Attending general meetings is always fascinating and fun-filled. CWAJ members also enjoy a wide range of cultural programs and events, as well as shared interest groups including hiking, languages, reading, music, and crafts.
Eligibility Requirements:
Minimum of two years at an academic institution of higher learning
Fluency in written and spoken English
Reside in Japan
Regular Membership for 10,000 yen a year
Eligibility to participate in all Association programs and Member activities
Monthly CWAJ eNews, access to the CWAJ website, the CWAJ Directory, and all mailed communications
Full voting privileges of the General Membership
Active participation in CWAJ Activities is expected, with a minimum of three volunteer sessions per year
Participation in one committee is encouraged
Junior membership is offered to individuals under the age of 29 for 5,000 yen a year. The status will be changed to Regular Membership Status when they reach 30.
Active participation in CWAJ volunteer work is encouraged
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| Category and Yearly Fee Information: Regular Membership for 10,000 yen a year Eligibility to participate in all Association programs and Member activities Monthly CWAJ eNews, access to the CWAJ website, the CWAJ Directory, and all mailed communications All voting privileges of the General Membership Active participation in CWAJ Activities is expected, with a minimum of three volunteer sessions per year Participation in one committee is encouraged Junior Membership for 5,000 yen a year Junior Membership is available to individuals who are between 20 and 29 years of age. When they turn to 30 yrs old, eligibility for regular membership. You can receive 50% off your Junior Membership and add a unique opportunity to your resume if you sign up as a Young Ambassador! Young Ambassadors will promote CWAJ Junior Membership to their university, social network, and community via their personal social media while tagging CWAJ. They will also distribute CWAJ print and virtual media to the appropriate parties within their network. In return for their hard work, we will allow Young Ambassadors to claim their activities on their resumes, receive a tailored recommendation letter from CWAJ, and receive a discounted Junior Membership rate (50% off or 2,500yen a year) for as long as they retain CWAJ Junior Membership. Junior Membership Status and Privileges will include: Eligibility to participate in all Association programs and Member activities including General Meetings, Cultural Programs, Special Interest Groups, and other events organized by CWAJ. Monthly CWAJ eNews, access to the CWAJ website, the CWAJ Directory, and all mailed communications. Full voting privileges. This Status will be given to members under the age of 29 and will change to Regular Membership Status when they reach 30. Active participation in CWAJ volunteer work is encouraged. |
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