Grant for Intellectual Exchange
Supports Japan-U.S. collaborative symposia, conferences, or workshops addressing shared societal challenges like climate change, public health, and innovation.
Funder: Japan Foundation New York
Due Dates: Rolling (Concept paper required at least 3 months before project start)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per project (including indirect costs), for projects up to 12 months
Summary: Supports Japan-U.S. collaborative symposia, conferences, or workshops addressing shared societal challenges.
Key Information: U.S. 501(c)(3) institutions only; strong Japan-based collaboration required; 20% cost-share minimum.
Description
This grant supports collaborative Japan-U.S. symposia, conferences, or workshops that address issues of mutual concern, such as climate change, disaster prevention, public health, food and energy security, sustainable cities, demographic challenges, technological innovation, and more. Projects must foster dialogue, networking, and innovative approaches to shared challenges, and require active collaboration between U.S.- and Japan-based partners. The program aims to stimulate impactful and sustainable intellectual exchange benefiting both countries and addressing pressing societal issues.
