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Mar 14, 2011 18:54

Although Iwate gave up on JET back around 2008, former Iwate JETs have not turned our backs on our Japanese homes. Over the last 24 hours, 65 people have joined a facebook group to help brainstorm & share ideas of how to fundraise and give back to our community. I just had to share how proud I am of everyone there ( Read more... )

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ltdead March 14 2011, 23:15:13 UTC

Ganbarre!

ltdead March 15 2011, 00:23:48 UTC

Just wanted to share in case anyone is interested: my friend is auctioning off part of her kimono collection, 100% of proceeds to go to relief efforts in Japan. Please visit her post and bid! Also: feel free to cross-post if you know anyone who may be interested.

http://harunoame.livejournal.com/107893.html

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nymphti March 15 2011, 02:15:34 UTC

You're right, there's still former JETs there, and JETs who came in during the final year(s) who are finishing up their contracts. On the one hand I understand the prefecture cutting their budget and sweeping out JET in favor of cheaper, independent ALTs, but in a way it's a shame.

Thanks so much for offering to keep in touch! I've read of one confirmed Canadian death in Iwate (name unreleased by the press) and rumors of another through the grapevine. :(

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nymphti March 15 2011, 02:32:55 UTC

Oh cool! What a relief to hear there are still JETs (of every persuasion!) in Iwate. I left in 2008 and have been only half as much in touch as I wanted to be since then... I'm so glad there's still some kicking around.

I'll keep an ear to the ground, too, and let you know if I hear anything. Many many thanks, again. <3