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JAYDJapan-Arab Youth Dialogue

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MISSION

Mission

Why JAYD places cultural exchange at the center of its activities, and the principles that guide us.

Why We Exist

Relations between Japan and the Arab countries have long been described in economic terms, as a relationship between “buyers and sellers of energy.” Today, however, both regions face shared challenges: the transition to a decarbonized society, cooperation in advanced technologies such as AI, and their roles as middle powers in an increasingly multipolar world. What these challenges call for is mutual understanding between people that goes beyond trade.

This is why JAYD places cultural exchange at the center of its activities. Learning about the culture rooted in everyday life leads to understanding the background of each other’s values and ways of thinking. Shared traditions such as tea and calligraphy, pop culture that draws young people in, and the languages that shape culture itself: we believe that engaging with what lies at the root of these cultures lays the foundation for cooperation in economics and politics.

Our Three Missions

MISSION 01

Deepen Mutual Understanding

Going beyond surface-level cultural exchange, we hold discussions that reach into social, cultural and historical contexts, building trust and reexamining stereotypes on both sides.

MISSION 02

Develop Next-Generation Leaders

Alongside academic lectures and peer discussion, students themselves plan and run the Annual Conference, developing leaders who will shape the future of both regions.

MISSION 03

Advance Japan-Arab Relations

Through continued dialogue and joint initiatives, we foster lasting connections between students and advance relations between Japan and the Arab region over the long term.

Code of Conduct

So that participants from diverse backgrounds can engage in dialogue with peace of mind, all organizers, lecturers and students follow the Code of Conduct below.

  1. 01Mutual Respect

    We respect differences in cultural, religious and historical background, gender and personal beliefs, and do not tolerate discriminatory speech, behavior or harassment.

  2. 02Safe and Constructive Dialogue

    We do not take up political, military or other themes that risk inflaming conflict. We do not interrupt others, and we value trying to understand why the other person thinks the way they do.

  3. 03Linguistic Inclusion

    Our common language is English. Recognizing that many participants are not native speakers, we try to express ourselves clearly and wait patiently for others to find their words.

  4. 04Appropriate Use of AI and Translation Tools

    We use AI and translation tools to support our thinking, without giving up on engaging in dialogue in our own words.

  5. 05Active Participation

    As a rule, we keep our cameras and microphones on and respond actively by speaking and using the chat.

  6. 06Privacy Protection

    Recording, filming or taking screenshots and posting them on social media or elsewhere without permission from the organizers is prohibited. We do not share participants’ personal information with others without their consent.

  7. 07Reporting and Measures for Violations

    Anyone who sees behavior that goes against this Code may report it to the organizers. Serious violations may lead to measures such as removal from the session or withdrawal of eligibility to participate.