Ise City Tourism Association Young Division Introduction.pdf

1. Ise City Tourism Association (ICTA) and its Youth Division:
- ICTA's Purpose: Promote tourism and industrial development in the Ise region to activate the local economy and enhance culture.
- Structure: ICTA consists of a main office and various committees.
- Main Activities: Collect and disseminate tourism information, attract and accommodate tourists, plan and support tourism events, conduct research, and manage tourism facilities like visitor centers and rental bicycles.
- Youth Division's Purpose: Foster camaraderie among members, develop members' skills, and contribute to ICTA's activities to boost Ise's tourism industry.
- Eligibility: Employees of ICTA member businesses aged 45 or below who support the youth division's purpose.
- Activities: Hold regular meetings, committee meetings, and events to promote tourism and foster member relationships.
- Membership: 47 members (as of May 2021).
- Organization: Includes a department head, vice heads, advisors, and several committees.
- Fees: Annual fee of 12,000 yen, plus ICTA's annual fee if not already paid by the member's business.

2. Joining the Youth Division:
- Application: Submit an application form, ensuring all details are accurate and complete. Forms can be brought in or sent by mail, but not faxed. Dues will be collected later.
- Review Process: Applications are reviewed by the ICTA's board of directors, usually on the first Tuesday of the month. Review criteria are confidential, and results are communicated as approved or not approved. Incomplete applications will be held for review until corrected and resubmitted.
- Notification: Results will be communicated promptly after review.