SSEAYP International Philippines, Inc. (SIP) is the alumni association for former Filipino participants of the Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Program (SSEAYP). Established as part of SSEAYP International (SI), a global organization that connects alumni from ASEAN countries and Japan, SIP focuses on promoting international youth exchange programs and socio-civic activities. SIP aims to foster leadership, cultural understanding, and community service among its members, continuing the mission of SSEAYP to build lasting friendships and mutual understanding across borders.
9th-term Board of Trustees during their oathtaking led by Japanese Ambassador Kazuhiko Koshikawa, attended by Japan Information and Culture Center Director Shigehiro Matsuda, NYC Chairperson Ronald Cardema and NYC Executive Director Leah Villalon at the Embassy of Japan.