SWYAA fosters deep cultural understanding through shared experiences across borders.
Participants engage in dialogue, cultural exchange, and mutual learning, forming friendships that transcend nationality, religion, and language
SWYAA are committed to giving back to their communities. From educational initiatives like global mentoring to environmental initiatives like tree planting (SWY forest), we empower youth to become active agents of change.
SWY is not just a program — it’s a lifelong journey. Through the SWYAA and annual Global Assemblies (GA) held around the world, alumni continue to connect, collaborate, and inspire each other across generations and borders.
SWYAA Peru proudly participated in the Central Matsuri Parade on November 11, 2024, celebrating the 125th anniversary of Japanese immigration to Peru. The parade took place at the La Unión Stadium Association (AELU) in Lima Read more
SWYAA Kenya embraced the true SWY spirit by striving to make the holiday season at Restoration Children’s Home a cherished and memorable experience. To bring a sense of love and belonging, SWYAA Kenya shared snacks Read more
SWYAA Spain announces the official launch of SWY Academy, a new international platform for online training that is free and open, aimed at strengthening youth leadership, intercultural dialogue, and the exchange of best practices within Read more
This year’s SWYAA Morning Assembly was held on April 25 (April 24). Because of the time difference, we had two parts: Part 1 for the Americas and Part 2 for Asia & Pacific, the Middle Read more
On March 6, Carme Feliu, director of Nipponia, received the Merit Award from the Consul General of Japan in Barcelona for Nipponia’s work in promoting the Japanese language and culture for more than 20 years, Read more