Northeast Asia Council Distinguished Speakers Bureau
Limited submission
The Northeast Asia Council Distinguished Speakers Bureau funds campus visits by leading Japan or Korea scholars to enhance East Asia–related education, supported by the Association for Asian Studies.
Funder: Association for Asian Studies
Due Dates: Rolling (apply at least 4 weeks before event; funds available for Jan 1–June 30, 2026)
Funding Amounts: $500 honorarium per speaker (virtual or in-person); additional travel/accommodation support possible for in-person; one award per institution every 3 years
Summary: Supports U.S. and Canadian (for Korea) colleges in inviting distinguished Japan or Korea scholars for campus lectures and engagement to enrich East Asia–related education.
Key Information: Limited funds for Japan speakers; funds available for Korea speakers for Jan–June 2026.
Description
This program enables U.S. colleges and universities (and Canadian institutions for Korea studies) to host distinguished scholars of Japan or Korea for public lectures, classroom visits, and campus engagement. The aim is to foster direct interaction between leading East Asia experts and campus communities, particularly benefiting institutions with emerging or limited East Asia programs. Both virtual and in-person events are eligible, with a focus on strengthening East Asia–related education and outreach.
