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IATSS Forum Leadership Development Program 2026

  • Writer: Omran Aburayya
    Omran Aburayya
  • Jun 6
  • 2 min read

If you're a young professional from Asia with a passion for leadership and regional development, the IATSS Forum Leadership Development Program 2026 in Japan offers a fully funded, immersive experience to enhance your skills and broaden your perspectives. Applications are now open for this prestigious 8-week program, which brings together emerging leaders from across Asia to engage in collaborative learning and cultural exchange.

🎓 Program Summary

  • Location: Suzuka, Mie Prefecture, Japan

  • Organizer: International Association of Traffic and Safety Sciences (IATSS)

  • Type: Professional Leadership Development

  • Target Group: Young professionals from Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam

  • Fields of Focus: Leadership, sustainable development, cross-cultural collaboration

  • Coverage: Fully funded (includes airfare, accommodation, program fees, and meals)

  • Duration: 8 weeks

  • Application Deadline: September 30, 2025

  • Program Start Dates:

    • 69th Forum: May – July 2026

    • 70th Forum: September – November 2026

  • Eligible to: Citizens of the aforementioned countries, aged 35 or younger, with at least 2 years of full-time professional experience

📚 Program Overview

The IATSS Forum is designed to cultivate future leaders in Asia through a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes "Thinking and Learning Together." Participants will engage in:

  • Seminars and Lectures: Covering topics like sustainable urban design, environmental issues, and education policies.

  • Field Studies: Visits to institutions and communities to observe and learn from real-world applications.

  • Group Work: Collaborative projects that encourage cross-cultural teamwork and problem-solving.

  • Cultural Exchange: Activities that promote mutual understanding and appreciation among participants from diverse backgrounds.

The program aims to develop participants' leadership abilities, critical thinking, and commitment to contributing positively to their societies.

🎁 Program Benefits

Selected participants will receive:

  • Round-trip airfare between their home country and Japan.

  • Accommodation for the duration of the program.

  • Meals during the program period.

  • Coverage of all program-related expenses, including seminars, field studies, and cultural activities.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

  • Be a citizen of Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, or Vietnam.

  • Be 35 years old or younger at the time of application.

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

  • Possess sufficient English proficiency to participate in discussions and activities.

  • Demonstrate leadership experience and potential.

  • Show a commitment to addressing issues in their home countries and contributing to regional development.

📝 Application Procedure

🗓️ Application Period: June 1 – September 30, 2025


📬 Submission Methods:

  • Online: Upload completed application documents via the official IATSS Forum website.

  • Postal Mail: Send documents to the respective Country Committee Secretariat.


📂 Required Documents:

  • Completed Application Form.

  • Basic Question Form.

  • Essay on a specified topic.

  • Recommendation Form from a supervisor or professional associate.

  • Copy of English proficiency certificate (if available).

Selection Process:

  1. Document Screening: Evaluation of submitted materials.

  2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview (schedule varies by country).

  3. Final Selection: Successful applicants will be notified and assigned to either the 69th or 70th Forum session.



🔗 OFFICIAL PROGRAMME LINK


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