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JACL has announced the return of in-person Kakehashi project trips to Japan.The next program will be from Jan.

The cohort will consist of 72 participants who will travel to Japan with the purpose of enhancing their understanding of the Japanese economy.Participants are expected to play an active and important role in the future of U.Applications will close on Wednesday.

All participants who attend will also need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as defined by CDC guidelines.Kakehashi participants will enhance their understanding of Japan.

Applicants are asked to be very thorough in filling out their forms.

All other requirements are laid out in the Kakehashi applications and online at www.ResultsIncreased visitation to Armenia.

and specifically target areas outside of the capital (Yerevan)Increased revenue to the tourism sites.and storytelling to strengthen cultural sustainability through community-based tourism development.

Major ActivitiesStrengthen Armenias natural and cultural heritage tourism experiences – work with local residents to enhance the tourism experience along strategic tourism routes in the north and south to sustain Armenias natural and cultural heritageImprove natural and cultural heritage tourism sector workforce skills – enhance the skills of Armenians to work in tourism and to sustain cultural practices to improve the lives of Armenians in rural areasIncrease awareness of Armenia as a natural and cultural heritage tourism destination – Tell the story of Armenia to a broader audience and in a more engaging way so that more people are aware of Armenia as a travel destinationSynchronize efforts within the natural and cultural heritage tourism sector – Engage and leverage partners behind a stronger cultural heritage tourism economy in Armenia so that everyone is working toward a common goal.cooperation and coordination among tourism stakeholders in ArmeniaEnhance business linkages with international tourism marketsBuild greater awareness about Armenia as a travel destination internationally Tourism Projects Albertine Rift.