A life-changing experience are the words I would use to describe the WISE program. As a 17-year old student from South Africa, I was younger than some participants, and still finding my footing in a faraway place. WISE2026 Fellow Lola Dunton Everyone here welcomed me with open arms and ears, listening to my ideas and…
2026 WISE Program in Obuse “Global x Inclusive x Leadership ~ Shaping Passion & Ideas into plans: Creating New Values for Inclusive Community” May 29 – 31, 2026 Supported by Obuse machi, Obuse machi Chamber of Commerce, United States Japan Foundation, Globalgiving, Nagano prefecture Women’s Entrepreneur support JSIE supports fostering global talent and offers global networking…
News picks Here are articles contributed and interviews picked up by media. In November 2025, Japan Institute for Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship is pleased to announce that it has been selected to receive a grant from the United States–Japan Foundation. The grant will support 2026 WISE in Obuse, JSIE’s flagship program that empowers diverse generations…