Japan's Global Impact

*The event has already taken place on this date: Fri, 06/28/2024

In a world more globally connected than ever, leaders need to be well-prepared with the right knowledge, attitudes, skills, and behaviors to succeed. Explore Japan's significant influence on the global stage, from the vibrant world of J-pop and captivating manga to groundbreaking advancements in AI and robotics. Dive into Japan's multifaceted contributions to culture, technology, innovation, and global policy.

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The Young Leaders Institute (YLI) is a week-long summer program for high school students that promotes global competence, elevates leadership skills, and connects students from across diverse backgrounds and experiences. Since launching in 2016, YLI has provided new perspectives and strengthened skills for more than 400 students.

During the Institute, participants will work in teams throughout the week, researching, debating, and presenting solutions for the challenges facing our world. With mentorship and guidance from Asia Society Texas staff, students will be provided opportunities to develop more in-depth knowledge about global issues to hone communication, collaboration, and presentation skills for the future, and engage respectfully and thoughtfully with experts, staff, and peers to transform their understanding of leadership.

Scholarships are available for students with demonstrated needs.

What topics might be discussed during the Japan's Global Impact session?

Cultural roots of J-pop, social change, and cultural industries
The J-pop global market
Economic and social impact of J-pop, manga, anime, and popular culture
Technology and innovation, and their intersections with culture and the J-pop industry
Soft power, diplomacy, and global impact
Japan's robotic revolution
Japan's space exploration, satellite technology, and international cooperation on space projects
Artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and robotics in Japan
Japan's geopolitical relevance in East Asia and beyond

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