After reviewing materials on the page Protect Your Time, Set Yourself up for Success, you should have some idea of how to move forward with supporting your JET chapter. Below you’ll find key considerations before jumping into a new initiative.

Decision Checklist

• [ ] Create two budget lists, one for finances and one for member time. Consider adding a 20%-30% buffer in your time budget.
• [ ] Will you require additional funding of some kind?
• [ ] Decide on any key dates and commitments to share with participants in the initial event announcement or signup form
• [ ] Consider who your audience will be. JET alums only? Recent returnees? Local professional community?
• [ ] How large of an event can you realistically run? What is your leadership team willing to commit to?
• [ ] Will a standalone meishi event carry 80% of the benefits of a full-fledged mentorship program? Would focusing on that create space for other chapter initiatives?
• [ ] Online, in-person, or blended

Next Steps

Stand-Alone Event

USJETAA Mentorship Guide