previous12next   Program Parameters Host Organizations Eligibility Criteria 501 (c) 3 not-for-profit organizations that conduct outreach programming on Japan in the southeastern region of the United States are eligible. Program Benefits The hosting organization receives the benefit of having a native Japanese join the organization at minimal cost to the organization. Each program year, the coordinator will bring to the hosting organization a materials stipend of $1,000 and travel stipend of $500. (The travel stipend increases to $750 in the second year of participation.) The materials stipend is to be used to purchase materials that would enhance the outreach abilities of the hosting organization. Such materials can include videos, books, magazines as well as materials for cultural presentations such as food and paper. The travel stipend is to be used to cover mileage or other travel expenses of the coordinator so that the coordinator can serve surrounding communities. (Please see page 2 - click on page 2 above - in order to view the financial support provided by JOI to the coordinator.) Host Organization's Responsibilities The host organization provides housing (host family, dormitory or apartment) to the coordinator at no cost to the coordinator. The host organization also provides desk space for the coordinator as well as a "supervisor."  Accepted host organization sites appoint supervisors. These supervisors agree to: Communicate expectations that the host organization has of the coordinator. Attend two three-day workshops in late July/early August and October. Participants will meet for a final workshop in early August of the second program year. (Airfare or mileage up to $300 reimbursed. Lodging and meals during the workshops are covered.) Help the coordinator adjust to the community as well as introduce the coordinator to the community. Guide coordinator through activity plan that is in line with the host organization's mission. Provide weekly feedback (performance review) to the coordinator for at least the first four months then once monthly thereafter or as needed by mutual agreement. Assume financial responsibilities once resource and travel stipends are depleted. When mutually agreed upon, the hosting organizations will assume financial responsibility to cover outreach related to mileage of the coordinator as well as purchase of resources to support the outreach initiative. Report quarterly  to TLI and CGP the coordinator's successes and challenges. Agree to serve as a mentor to subsequent supervisors. For Coordinator information, please click on page 2 in the upper right corner of this page.