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IATSS Forum Leadership Program2027

Days leftClosedSeptember 30, 2026

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The IATSS Forum is an 8-week leadership development programme in Japan for young professionals from selected Asian countries. The programme develops collaborative leadership, cross-cultural understanding and the ability to create practical solutions for sustainable and peaceful development. Participants take part in leadership workshops, seminars, field studies and group research.

Requirements checklist

  1. 01

    Be a citizen of one of the 10 eligible countries: Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand or Vietnam.

  2. 02

    Be 35 years old or younger at the application deadline.

  3. 03

    Currently be a full-time professional employee; self-employed and freelance applicants are also eligible.

  4. 04

    Have at least 2 years of full-time professional work experience.

  5. 05

    Have sufficient English proficiency.

  6. 06

    Demonstrate cultural adaptability and the ability to participate independently in the programme.

  7. 07

    Show leadership experience or potential.

  8. 08

    Demonstrate awareness of issues affecting your country/community and motivation to contribute to sustainable development.