High School Teacher Opportunity to Japan in August

Secondary teachers: Interested in traveling to Hiroshima, Japan to “transform the lessons of Hiroshima into relevant and impactful peace education activities for [your] students”? Consider applying for the Oleander program, which will take place August 2-9. 

Deadline: March 26, 2018

Who is Eligible to Apply?

For US educators: Junior high or high school teachers of any subject are welcome to apply. NGO leaders and informal educators working with youth populations of the same demographic (12-18 years of age) are also eligible.

For Middle East/North Africa educators: Only alumni of previous UME programs are eligible for this program.

Program Costs: For educators in need of financial assistance, UME provides scholarships covering most program costs including instructor fees, internal travel within Japan, accommodations, meals, and events. US educators are expected to pay the cost of their international ticket to Japan.

Admissions Process: An in-person or video-conference interview is required for all finalists. The Oleander admissions committee may also request additional materials or recommendations.

Questions? Please email Oleander@ume.org if you have any questions