At the 2004 JAOS Spring General Meeting, JAOS decided to become a participating member of the Japan Network for International Education (JAFSA) from June 14, 2004. JAFSA is a non-profit educational organization that consists of 190 members, most of whom are educators from universities, colleges and other educational organizations. JAFSA’s primary activities include the research, exchange, publishing, distribution and advancement of information on international educational exchange and training programs. JAOS expects to have a multifaceted and active informational exchange with JAFSA.