January 2004
For Immediate Release
Contact: Stephanie Gray
MIUSA Program Coordinator
Tel: (541) 343-1284 (v/tty)
E-mail: [log in to unmask]

Openings for International Exchange Program in Japan

Mobility International USA (MIUSA) is currently seeking young people with
disabilities from diverse cultural backgrounds to apply for an upcoming
international exchange program in Japan.

US citizens ages 18-24 are invited to apply for a two week US/Japan:
Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Disability exchange program, scheduled to
take place in July/August 2004.  Participants will take part in discussions
on disability rights and leadership, visit sites of historical and cultural
interest in Japan, participate in workshops on traditional Japanese drumming
and experience family customs, food and culture with members of the local
community.  Participants will also take part in a 4-day international
volunteer service project.

Activities will be designed to ensure that everyone participates equally.
American Sign Language interpretation and materials in alternative formats
will be provided. Other accessibility arrangements will be negotiated to
ensure full participation.  Individuals from cultural minority backgrounds
and inexperienced international travelers are encouraged to apply.  The
US/Japan: Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Disability exchange is funded by
The New York Community Trust, DeWitt Wallace/Youth Travel Enrichment Fund,
established in Community Funds by the co-founder of The Reader’s Digest
Association.  Generous partial scholarships are available for this program.

As a non-profit organization, the mission of Mobility International USA
(MIUSA) is to empower people with disabilities around the world through
international exchange, information, technical assistance and training and
to ensure the inclusion of people with disabilities in international
exchange and development programs. Since 1981, MIUSA has offered
international exchange programs for youth, adults and professionals with and
without disabilities from more than eighty different countries. For more
information or to apply for a Mobility International USA exchange program
contact MIUSA immediately at: PO Box 10767 Eugene, OR 97440, (541) 343-1284
(voice/TTY), (541) 343-6812 (fax), [log in to unmask] (e-mail) or visit our
website at www.miusa.org.

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