Hello !
Yes - its been a while! life has been busy crazy the last 2 months but
there are many events before we jump into 2018. Here are a few events I
would like to highlight - please scroll down for more details.
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Mirai no Mori is excited to announce the Winter Party: You are a Star! on Friday November 24th, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm, please Register here by Nov 20 (more info below)
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Yokohama Theatre Group has an interesting double billing on the weekend of Friday, December 8 to Sunday, December 10. get more info below and here http://ytg.jp
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Please share this events listing with anyone who might be interested! Also please share your event info by Jan 4 to be included in the next TCN!
See you at one of these events below.
Best regards,
Sarajean
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Temple University, Japan Campus
Upcoming Open house/Information Sessions
Basic program info: https://www.tuj.ac.jp/cont-ed/courses/calendar-tokyo.html
 Sophia Global Action Series
Nonprofit leaders speak out about ... Gender
Dec 13 17:00- 18:30, Building 6 room 307
In English
LOCATION: Sophia University
ACCESS: http://www.sophia.ac.jp/eng/info/access/directions/access_yotsuya
Japan Fundraising Association
Fundraising Japan 2018 Annual Fundraising conference March 17 and 18
Events and training programs http://jfra.jp/frj/
Registration open now! featuring more bilingual and English sessions.
Center for Artistic Activism has much going on
You can watch 14 past webinars as videos online for free. We think you'll like this one: How To Win: Make the News! It features insider tips on getting great press.
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Nonprofit NGO community events
Winter Party: You are a Star!
Friday November 24th, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
There
will be food, drinks, and a raffle you can enter to win amazing prizes,
so please, bring your friends and have a great time!This year’s theme
is “You are a Star” symbolizing the beautiful winter sky at night and
all the Mirai no Mori campers that shine bright through our programs.
All party proceeds will go to making our Winter Camp one the campers
will value and help them grow.
Mirai
no Mori is also seeking decoration and cookie donations for our Winter
Party. In line with our theme, we would appreciate lights and
decorations that are starry and festive! If you have no decorations to
donate, we would also appreciate cookie donations! If you can donate
cookies for about 20-30 people, we would be very grateful.
Have something to donate? - please contact us
 FEW: For Empowering Women in Japan
Invite
your partners, spouses, friends and colleagues and join us for a HOT
evening of festive food, fun and COOL entertainment at the FEW Japan
Bonenkai 2017 - Fire & Ice!
Refugees International Japan
http://refugeesinternationaljapan.org/
- Friday, Dec 1, 19:00 F1 Race Night Oakwood Residence Lounge, Midtown Roppongi
- Friday, Jan 19, 19:00, RIJ Great Wine Bluff
- Thursday, Mar 8, 18:00 Temma Violin Concert Suntory Hall http://www.suntory.com/culture-sports/suntoryhall/
- Sunday, Mar 25, 10:00 RIJ Loop Relay
NERD NITE TOKYO
https://tokyo.nerdnite.com/
Jambo
Amnesty International Japan
This summer, AIJ has weekly events in Osaka, Tokyo and other locations
in Japanese and some events in Tokyo and other major cities in English.
These covers issues such as the death penalty, DV, refugees and what are
human rights. There are seminars, parties, panel discussions, film
showing and Nomikai's - something for everyone!
Upcoming events listing: http://www.amnesty.or.jp/get-involved/event/
 Tokyo English Network (AITEN)
Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=17073295569&ref=ts
"Stand Up for Our Rights" Stand-up Comedy Night!Wednesday, 6th December
@ British pub Good Heavens! in Shimokitazawa.
¥1,500 per human
Download and print a poster, which includes a map to the venue, from the
Amnesty International Tokyo English Network (AITEN)
HP(English):http://www.aiten.info
Twitter:http://twitter.com/AmnestyTokyoEng
Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=17073295569&ref=ts
HP(Japanese):http://www.amnesty.or.jp/
Tokyo Run for the Cure - Run for the Cure/ Walk for Life Marathon around the Imperial Palace
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Seminars and public lectures
Sophia University, Institute of Comparative Culture events posted here http://icc.fla.sophia.ac.jp/
NEW!!! The Sophia University Institute Global Action program is
launching a series of panel discussions featuring guest speakers from
NGOs working in the field. Three panel discussions
Wed. Dec. 13th - Gender 5:00-6:30
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- 6 December, 2017 (Wed) 18:30-20:00
- Venue: Sophia University, Bldg. 10, 3F, Rm 301
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- 11 December, 2017 (Mon) 18:30-20:00
- Venue: Sophia University, Bldg. 10, 3F, Rm 301
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- 8 December, 2017 (Fri) 18:30-20:00
- Venue: Sophia University, Bldg. 10, 3F, Rm 301
- Language: English / No registration necessary
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY, JAPAN CAMPUS ICAS
Opportunities
Apply for a Paid, Overseas Fellowship with Atlas Corps
Priority Deadline: December 19, but applications accepted year-round
Atlas Corps seeks emerging leaders from around the world to apply for Fellowships in the U.S. and Latin America. Atlas Corps engages professionals committed to social change in 6-18 month fellowships at organizations to learn best practices, build organizational capacity, and return home to create a network of global leaders. This prestigious fellowship includes a living stipend to cover basic expenses (food, local transportation, and shared housing) and health insurance. The priority deadline to be considered for opportunities beginning in late 2018 is December 19, but applications are accepted year-round. Exact deadlines, start dates, and program details vary between the United States and Colombia. To apply and to find out more information, please visit apply.atlascorps.org.
The Japanese Women’s Leadership Initiative (JWLI) is
an executive leadership development program that will invest in
emerging women leaders from across Japan and will transform them to be
action-oriented leaders. Through a four-week leadership development
training in Boston, selected applicants, referred to as Fellows, will
acquire confidence to lead, skills and knowledge to manage, and create a
plan to make social change. The four weeks include participation in the
Women’s Leadership Program at Babson College, a 5-day intensive
entrepreneurial management program, and visits to successful nonprofit
organizations in Boston to learn their best practices on nonprofit
management and leadership. During the four weeks, Fellows will develop
their respective Action Plans and upon returning to Japan, will work
towards achieving their vision, leveraging their experience and
knowledge acquired in Boston. We provide mentors to the Fellows after
they go back to Japan so that they can execute their Action Plans within
2 years.
【Program Dates】 April 16, 2018 - May 11, 2018 (tentative)
【Application Info】 Online application opens November 13, 2017 and closes on 9pm on January 15, 2018 (EST) . Click here （http://jwli.org/application/） for online application form!【Key Qualifications】
- 5+ years work experience
- Clear vision for social change in Japan
- Strong leadership capabilities
- Passionate, action-oriented mindset
- Interest to learn about leadership and management in American non-profit organizations and social communities
Peace Boat is
always looking for on board volunteers. If you speak Japanese, English,
Spanish, Chinese or Korean, then this opportunity may be for you! Peace
Boat's Global Voyages are made possible by the assistance of a
dedicated team of volunteer interpreters, and we are always open to
applications from talented individuals. This page provides all the
information you will need to apply. http://peaceboat.org/english/?menu=113
Asian Rural Institute -
ARI welcomes volunteers! You are invited to help change the world by
being part of a community doing sustainable organic farming and
leadership training. There are short term and long term volunteer
positions available. At ARI, participants from Japan, Southeast Asia,
Africa, & South America will be working alongside you. It is often
hard to determine who benefits most from being at ARI, so come
experience ARI for yourself! http://www.ari-edu.org/en/volunteer/
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Community Theater & Arts News
Yokohama Theatre Group http://ytg.jp
She Wolf
A brand new solo show featuring Sasha Aronson, directed by Andrew Woolner.
Taking its initial inspiration from the historical figure and
Shakespeare character Margaret of Anjou, Sasha and Andrew are creating
an original theatre piece about love and regrets.This is Sasha's second
YTG show. She previously appeared in this past September's production
of The Outliers.Andrew is wrapping up his 10th year as the Artistic Director of YTG.
Tokyo Fugue
In
a fugal sequence of iterations and variations, “me” chases through
Tokyo on the trail of a shadowy figure called “you”. This piece brings
together the physical poetry of corporeal mime, a collage of nonsensical
text, the Tokyo train system, and fragments of a Bach fugue in an
attempt to convey the beautiful confusion of life in the city.
Show times
- Friday, December 8 @ 19:30
- Saturday, December 9 @ 13:00 & 18:00
- Sunday, December 10 @ 15:00
- ::CLICK HERE FOR MAP:: World Peace Theatre in Kawasaki Location:
- Tickets 1500 yen Student: 3000 yen Adult:
- (To become a member-level patron and see the shows at a reduced rate along with other perks ::CLICK HERE:: )
https://patreon.com/ytgSupport us by becoming a patron!
Tokyo Sinfonia
- Dec. 13 サリエリ セレナーデ Salieri Serenade
- Tchaikovsky Serenade champagne concert
Dec. 13 (Wed.) 7pm - Oji Hall (Ginza)
Hamlet Fantasy-Overture, op. 67
Serenade Melancolique for Violin & Strings, Op 26
Tomoko Joho, violin solo
Symphony for Strings in C Minor, from Op. 17 (Little Russian)
Artists & audience reception
Mozart Birthday Concerts
Jan. 26 (Fri.) 7pm - Tokyo Masonic Center (Shibakoen)
Jan. 28 (Sun.) 2pm - Tokyo Masonic Center (Shibakoen)
French Serenade dinner-concert
Feb. 16 (Fri.) 6:30pm - Foreign Correspondents' Club of Japan (Yurakucho)
Peatix online http://peatix.com/event/188800
More Information http://www.tokyosinfonia.com
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Advocacy corner:
upcoming events and resources for people wanting to get more involved
GPCA
has basic to detailed trainings including basic action organizing to
working with the media to materials development - there is something for
everyone. http://www.greenpeace.org/canada/en/Trainings/
Moveon.org also has summer events. check it out: https://act.moveon.org/event/cookouts/search/
We are moving towards other actions and need everyone to join the struggle against injustice. #gimme20min today and everyday - I truly believe you can change the world with 20 minutes of concrete action each day day.
RESOURCES - to CALL WRITE AND BE HEARD
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UPDATES FROM ORGS I REPRESENT
Give2Asia Foundation
has initiated CSR consulting work to develop more sustainable CSR
programs for international companies in Japan. The new program includes
staff trainings in strategic community partnership and program development as well as matching community and nonprofit needs. If your company is interested in finding out more. please contact either Aqeela (info@give2asia.org) or Sarajean (srossitto@give2asia.org)
Mirai no Mori
Mirai no Mori helps marginalised youth in the outdoors - find out more http://mirai-no-mori.jp
I f you’re interested in sponsoring a Back to Nature weekend program (from 2018) contact us ：info@mirai-no-mori.jp
Asian Rural Institute
This year 2017 we have 25 participants from 14 countries (including one training assistant). Find out more: http://www.ari-edu.org/en/
Take My Hand newsletter is out!
Reports about 2, 2017 participants Of special interest I would
encourage you to check out the information about ARI's upcoming Graduate
Study tour in the Philippines. This is a great opportunity to see
first hand the impact of our graduates while enjoying the beauty of the
Philippines. You will not regret joining the tour to take place in
February 2018. Here is the link:Take My Hand Fall 2017
Philippines Study Tour Feb 8- 17, 2018 Application deadline Dec 22 Learn more: http://www.ari-edu.org/2017/09/01/studytour2018/
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