The 37th Ship for World Youth Program was successfully completed in March 2026. This time, the program structure was quite different from previous years, as it began in Bangkok immediately after the conclusion of SSEAYP (Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Program). Although the Participating Youths (PYs) only began Read more
We are excited to support and promote this upcoming initiative by SWYAA Mexico As part of the global SWYAA network, we truly value opportunities that bring together passionate alumni and young leaders, continuing the spirit of the Ship for World Youth program beyond the voyage. This event is a wonderful Read more
Taishya Adams (SWY11, SWY17 NL) was elected to the Boulder City Council in Colorado in November 2023 and began her term in December. A servant leader dedicated to community building, systems change, and personal transformation, she focuses on sustainable water, energy, and food systems. Taishya is an educator, environmentalist, climate Read more
For rural women, maintaining good hygiene is essential for their health. To support female market vendors in remote areas, the initiative provided hygiene packs containing sanitary pads, soap, and other basic toiletries. SWYAA Fiji successfully distributed five hygiene packs to rural female vendors who sell their farm products in the Read more
In March 2024, a large networking event was held for participants of the FY2023 International Youth Exchange Programs organized by the Cabinet Office of the Government of Japan. These programs included the International Youth Development Exchange Program (INDEX), the Japan-China Youth Exchange, Japan-Korea Youth Exchange, the Ship for Southeast Asian Read more