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Japan: the land of the rising sun

Japan has the world's third-largest economy by nominal GDP and by purchasing power parity. It is also the world's fourth largest exporter and fourth largest importer. Although Japan has officially renounced its right to declare war, it maintains a modern military force in self-defense and peacekeeping roles

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Where is Okinawa?

Okinawa Prefecture ( Japanese: Okinawa-ken?, Okinawan: Uchinaa-ken) is one of Japan's southern prefectures, and consists of hundreds of the Ryukyu Islands in a chain over 1,000 km long, which extends southwest from Kyūshū (the southwesternmost of Japan's main four islands) to Taiwan. Okinawa's capital, Naha, is located in the southern part of the largest and most populous island, Okinawa Island which is approximately half-way between Kyūshū and Taiwan. The disputed Senkaku Islands (Mandarin: Diaoyu Islands) are also administered as part of Okinawa Prefecture at present.

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Battle of Okinawa

Children carrying children during the Battle of Okinawa, codenamed Operation Iceberg, was fought on the Ryukyu Islands of Okinawa and was the largest amphibious assault in the Pacific War of WW II. 82-day long battle lasted from early April until mid-June, 1945.

Kadena Officers' Spouses' Club

The Kadena Officers' Spouses' Club (KOSC) is an organization committed to promoting volunteerism and service to society by fostering relationships with the Okinawan community through charitable contributions promoting friendship.

The KOSC raises funds by operating the Kadena Gift Corner, which is primarily run by volunteers. The KOSC is a member of the American Women's Welfare Association (AWWA) through which the majority of charitable funds are distributed to both American and Japanese charities.

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A Message from our President

Dear New Member,

Mensori or Welcome to the Kadena Officers Spouses Club (KOSC)! Thank you for choosing to be a part of this fantastic organization. Your membership will allow you to make a real difference in the community, as well as make new friends and participate in some exciting activities.

The KOSC, with help from our amazing volunteers, operates the KOSC Gift Corner. The proceeds from our gift corner allow us to act as ambassadors to our Okinawan neighbors and the U.S. military community. In the past, we donated funding to a host of military and school organizations and last year we gave just over $30,000 in scholarships to graduating students and spouses to pursue higher education. Weve donated money to our Okinawan neighbors to buy wheelchair lifts, oxygen equipment and necessities for orphanages. We could not be this generous without the help of our gift corner patrons and volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering, please stop by the Kadena Gift Corner to fill out an application, or visit the website at www.kadenagiftcorner.com for more information.

In addition, to our numerous charitable avenues, the KOSC is also a wonderful opportunity to meet new people, learn a new hobby or perfect an old one. I hope you will take advantage of the many activities we have including: bowling, crud, bunko, book club and dive club; to name a few. You can find out more information on these activities by visiting our website at www.kadenaosc.org .

We look forward to getting to know you in the year ahead. Once again, Welcome!

Sincerely,

Karla M. Smith

KOSC President 2011-2012

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Promoting education through scholarships, fostering friendship within the Okinawan community, and volunteering to help raise money for charitable giving.

Membership to KOSC

Membership or PatronageApplication and RenewalWe value you and your dedication to the Kadena Officers' Spouses' Club and want to encourage you to join the KOSC , or renew your membership.Membership applications may be downloaded from the link to the right. Dues payment information is on the application form. Simply drop your form and your check for dues in the mail, or at the Kadena Gift Corner.If you have any questions, please contact Quinn Bryson at: membershipchair_kadenaosc.orgMailing Address:Attn: MembershipKOSC / Bldg 753Unit 5149 Box 10APO AP 96368ELIGIBILITYSection 1.General: Membership in this association will be voluntary and is primarily limited to members of the DoD family. There will be two classes of membership as follows:a. Active: The privilege of active membership will be extended to spouses of the commissioned or warrant officers of the Armed Forces on active duty, family members who are 18 years of age and are in residence with a sponsor who is a member, spouses of retired commissioned or warrant officers, widows and widowers of officers of the Armed Forces, spouses of civilian members who are eligible to be members of the Kadena Officers Club and self-sponsored members who are eligible to be members of the Kadena Officers Club. The organization shall reserve the right to deny any membership that would bring discredit upon this association. Denial of membership shall be for cause and passed upon by a quorum of general membership. An active member shall be eligible to hold office and to vote on any and all matters. Active members shall be entitled to the full use of all services, facilities and privileges offered by this association.b. Honorary: The president, with the approval of the executive board, may grant honorary membership to any person not otherwise eligible for any other class of membership, who is in some manner connected with Okinawa and whose membership will, in the opinion of the president, benefit the association. Honorary membership must be requested in writing and renewed annually. Honorary members shall not be required to pay dues but shall have the same privileges as active members except for voting, the right to hold office, and the right to serve on committees.Section 2.In accordance with AFI 34-223, 11 Aug 03, Private Organization Program, paragraph 10.2, and AFI 36-2706, 1 Dec 96, Military Equal Opportunity Treatment Program, paragraph 1.1.2, membership discrimination based on race, religion, color, age, national origin, ethnic group, or gender is prohibited.Section 3.To be eligible for participation in all or any KOSC activities such as volunteering for the Gift Corner, Mah Jongg, book club and other activities that the KOSC sponsors, it is a requirement to be an active member of the KOSC. Exceptions are noted in the bylaws under Article 8, Guest.Section 4. Termination of Membershipa. When the member submits a written resignation.b. Upon permanent departure of the member from Kadena Air Base.c. For cause deemed sufficient by a majority of the executive board to warrant termination of membership.Section 5. ReinstatementA member may be reinstated upon written application and approval of the executive board and after full payment of back dues/or assessments.

Download the new 2011-2012 Membership Application. Print and fill it out, and drop it off at Kadena's Gift Corner. It's that simple.

KOSC Application 2011-2012.pdf

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KOSC/Bldg 753

Unit 5149 Box 10

APO, AP 96368

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AWWA

For over thirty years the American Women’s Welfare Association (AWWA) has forged a vital link between American military families and their Okinawan neighbors. Founded by U.S. Forces wives’ clubs during Okinawa’s reversion from a U.S. territory to a Japanese prefecture, AWWA has been quietly fostering a relationship with the Okinawan community through charitable contributions, friendship, and community involvement.

AWWA offers a way for its member organizations to coordinate and consolidate their resources, providing the maximum positive impact on our community. On the fourth Wednesday of each month, representatives of AWWA’s member clubs meet to evaluate requests for donations and to pledge funds to local Japanese welfare facilities and American organizations.

In the last ten years alone, AWWA has contributed nearly $3,500,000 to over 100 Japanese and American organizations combined. These funds have been used to purchase everything from handicapped- accessible vehicles, to agricultural equipment, to baby blankets, to even an ultrasound machine. AWWA helps make a difference in the lives of the elderly, the physically and mentally challenged, and the children of Okinawa.

AWWA member organizations raise funds by running different gift shops, thrift shops, and by hosting a myriad of other events, including golf tournaments and art auctions. If you are interested in contributing to AWWA, simply visit one or more of the gift or thrift shops, purchase an item, and become a patron of worthy American or Japanese organizations in need. Better yet, volunteer at your favorite gift or thrift shop and help generate the charitable funds that flow to worthy organizations!

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KOSC_Charitable_KABfund_App_rev_2011.doc

Scholarship_application_KOSC_2012 APPROVED.pdf

AWWA_Application_2009.doc

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Meet our KOSC Board Members

Krysten
Kimmie Doss
Karla Smith
Grace Paik
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