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Transcending Boundaries,
Transforming Lives
Join rich, immersive, cross-cultural learning experiences in the US and Asia.
60+ Years
Of cultural exchange and community building
27+ Nations
Representing primarily the US, East and Southeast Asia
12,000 Members
Program alumni, volunteers, and collaborators
100+ Partners
across the world spanning across six decades
Inspiring self awareness, creativity, and connections across cultures since 1963
For over 60 years, VIA has sought to provide rich, immersive, cross-cultural learning experiences in the US and Asia that transcend boundaries, transform lives, and strengthen our global community.
Upcoming Programs
Discover your leadership potential and start your social impact journey with VIA!
Silicon Valley, California, USA
Univ. Students
The Exploring Health Care (EHC) program brings together 15-20 students from medical universities around the world to explore a wide…
Japan
Univ. Students
US university students are invited to join a seven-day project-based learning program with students from Rikkyo University (Tokyo, Japan), The…
Silicon Valley, California, USA
Univ. Students / Professionals
Discovering Social Impact: Building Global Connections for Change Are you a university student or an early-career leader under 35 passionate…
Silicon Valley, Japan, Online
High School Student
公益財団法人 米日カウンシルージャパン (USJC) TOMODACHIイニシアチブが主催するTOMODACHI MUFG Sustainable Entrepreneurship Program 2025は、三菱UFJフィナンシャル・グループからの支援を受けて実施する体験型学習プログラムです。本プログラムの運営は、1963年よりアメリカとアジアの文化交流と人材育成に取り組んでいるスタンフォード大学生まれのNPO法人VIAが担当します。 プログラム概要 本プログラムは、日本全国の高校生を対象に、約4ヶ月間に渡って下記のカリキュラムを通して日米関係の強化に携わり、国連により定められた持続可能な開発目標 (Sustainable Development Goals: SDGs) に関連する課題の解決に積極的に取り組めるリーダーの育成を目指しています。 オンライン事前研修: 自分の強みや価値観を振り返り、探究思考を養い、SDGsとリーダーシップについて学ぶ。 アメリカ研修: サンフランシスコのベイエリアにて、企業・NPO団体への訪問、現地リーダーとの交流、ワークショップ、そして振り返りセッションを通して日米関係への理解を深め、SDGsへの取り組み方について熟考する。…
Our Partners
Leveraging six decades of experience in cross-cultural experiential learning, VIA collaborates with individuals and institutions to develop community-oriented programming that equips emerging social impact leaders with skill sets and mindsets to address complex human challenges.
- Programs Designed for Sustainability
- Enhanced Organizational Capacity & Impact
- Integrated Assessment & Reporting
- Strengthened Global Network
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Latest News + Updates
Since 2019, VIA has embarked on a transformative journey to refresh our identity, aligning it with our latest…
Meet the 2024-2025 Global Community Fellowship cohort! Brianna Avila BEAM Education Foundation Raised in the agricultural city of…
We are excited to welcome two VIA programs alumni to join Program Director Kristy Ishii in facilitating this…
We are excited to welcome two program alumni and former Global Health Fellows to join Program Director Sam…