Global Activities
Building a Global Network of Trust and Expertise
From Global Exchange of Knowledge and Expertise to Excellence in Practice
JEC actively engages with funeral associations and funeral professionals around the world, fostering the exchange of knowledge and continually enhancing our embalming and repatriation services.
2026 NFDA Zoom Webinars for Embalming Skills
“Back to the Basics in the Prep Room” reminded us of the importance of paying attention to the smallest details in every procedure.
2025 Manila, Philippines
Philippines Mortuary Association Annual Christmas Party
We had the opportunity to speak about the repatriation cases involving Filipino nations who have passed away in Japan. In recognition of our contributions, we were honored to receive a certificate from the president of the PMA.
2024 Manila, Philippines
Japanese Embassy in Manila
2023 Las Vegas, the U.S.
NFDA International Convention & Expo
Over 3100 funeral professionals from more than 40 countries attended the event, providing a valuable opportunity to exchange insights on global funeral trends and professional practices.
2022 Manila, Philippines
Philippines Mortuary Association Annual Christmas Party
We were honored to be invited as international guests for the first time by the PMA and attended the opening ribbon-cutting ceremony.
2022 Manila, Philippines
Cosmopolitan Memorial Chapels Araneta Branch
The white-toned funeral chapels were meticulously maintained throughout, reflecting a high level of professionalisms and deep consideration for both deceased and their families. Their respect for detail closely mirrors the values we uphold in our own funeral practices.
2022 Manhattan, the U.S.
Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel
We gained valuable insights at Frank E. Campbell – The Funeral Chapel, a prestigious funeral home in Manhattan, New York, founded in 1898.
We learned how they balance tradition with modern needs, and how embalming supports the creation of meaningful and dignified spaces funerals.
2022 Baltimore, the U.S.
NFDA International Convention & Expo
We learned from the Dover Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations about their approach to embalming care, including their operational framework and standards for quality control. Their commitment to honoring those who have served, combined with the strict standards under which their care is carried out, provided us with a valuable opportunity to reaffirm the importance of professionalism and responsibility in embalming practice.
2019 Hong Kong
Asia Funeral and Cemetery Expo & Conference
Held under the theme “Explore Go Beyond,” the event brought together lectures and exhibitions showcasing the latest developments in funeral services and embalming from Asia, the United States, Brazil, Europe, and other regions worldwide. This provided us with an opportunity to deepen our understanding of global funeral cultures and industry trends, and to gain insights that will contribute to our future international operations.
2019 Chicago, the U.S.
NFDA International Convention & Expo
At the Embalming Pre-Conference, we learned about different technical approaches by embalmers from various countries. By incorporating applicable techniques from an international perspective into our daily operations, we gained valuable insights that will contribute to the advancement of our embalming practices and the overall technical capabilities of our organization.
2019 Toronto Canada
Humber College Funeral Service Education Program
During our visit, we examined the educational curriculum, practical training environment, and systems for embalmer training, gaining a deeper understanding of the current state of funeral education and workforce development internationally.
2019 Phuket, Thailand
International Embalming Seminar in Phuket
We hosted IES, International Embalming Seminar, bringing together embalmers from various countries to enhance their skills and facilitate the sharing of practical knowledge and professional insights.
These international engagements contribute to improving embalming standards and stronger relations to international repatriation services.
2019 Cebu Philippines
Cosmopolitan Memorial Chapels
We had a visit to Cosmopolitan Memorial Chapels, established in 1950 to learn the traditional funeral service of the Philippines.
This visit provided us with valuable insight that supports our repatriation services.
2019 Cebu, Philippines
PCAS Philippines Embalming Training Center
We learned the training curriculum, practical training environment, and systems for professional development.
This experience highlighted the importance of teaching embalming skills from an international perspective.
2018 Salt Lack, the U.S.
NFDA International Convention & Expo
Funeral directors and embalmers in the US actively share their perspectives and professional values.
This experience helped us recognize the value and responsibility of the funeral profession.
2018 Murray the U.S.
Jenkins-Soffe Funeral Chapels & Cremation Center
We learned about their long-standing history of serving community-based funerals for over a century, as well as their approach to supporting families with care and dignity.
Their commitment to honoring traditional funerals while adapting to changing times provided us with valuable insights.