Hope you are enjoying summer.
This month i have added a few fun summer events - networking and tours -
I hope some of you find these interesting. For the Metropolis August
Community Pages I am looking for information on summer and fall
volunteering opportunities as well as August events. Please send your
information by July 8. Please share this events listing with anyone who might be interested.
Best regards,
Sarajean
Community Page https://metropolisjapan.com/?s=Community
Facebook group with links to resources and weekly action items Women of the World March Tokyo https://www.facebook.com/groups/197623700694595/
Site about my work: https://sarajeanrossitto.wordpress.com/
Upcoming Deadlines:
- July 8 => August events
- August 6 => September events
Send the Info below to rose.ito (at) gmail (dot) com
- Title of event or job or volunteering opportunity
- Day / Date / time (i.e. Monday February 15, 6:30-8:30pm)
- Venue + Access to venue - info or link
- 2-3 line description
- Org Link + event or registration link
- Deadline (if applicable)
- Cost (if applicable)
- For more information, contact: (email and phone?)
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July highlights
This
month i would like to highlight opportunities to develop yourself and
make a difference: Please see below for more info or the group websites
for details.
Japanese Women’s Leadership Initiative (JWLI)
JWLI offers an executive leadership development program that transforms
Japanese women to be action-oriented leaders with confidence to lead,
skills and knowledge to manage, and a plan to make social change in
Japan.
【Program Dates】October 9, 2018 - November 2, 2018 (tentative)
【Application Info】 Online application will close at 9pm on July 15, 2018 (EST) . Click here for online application form!
Second Harvest Japan needs volunteers and summer interns!
Second Harvest Japan has volunteering opportunities Monday through
Saturday. Find out more online and register to be a 2HJ volunteer at
www.2hj.org If you are a student you can also intern at Second Harvest
Japan over the summer holidays. If interested, please send an email to
charles@2hj.org”
TELL is looking for volunteers for the Tower Climb!
The climb will be held on Sunday, September 9th, at 7;30 a.m. and TELL
needs volunteers to help preparing the event throughout the summer and
on the big day! For more information: http://telltowerclimb.com/
Please contact Blake at event@telljp.com for more information or to volunteer.
TELL Fall 2018 Lifeline Support Worker training application is now open! Please see the TELL website for more details (https://telljp.com/lifeline/pctraining/) or contact Jane at training@telljp.com to be a part of this exciting opportunity!
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Nonprofit NGO community events and programs
TELL
http://telljp.com/
July Pub Quiz in TokyoJuly 4th, 8 p.m.
July Pub Quiz at Shibuya Hobgoblin
Email outreach@telljp.com for
a table reservation; come with a team or come by yourself and let the
quizmaster find you a team! All proceeds to NPO TELL to promote good
mental health and suicide prevention in Japan! Cost: 1000 per person to
play,
All proceeds to NPO TELL for mental health and suicide prevention in Japan.
Location: Shibuya Hobgoblin
1-3-11 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, right next to the Keio Inokashira Line
https://www.facebook.com/events/1865731937066550/
Please reserve by email: outreach@telljp.com
For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1865731937066550/
Social Brainstorm Sunday, July 8 at 11:30
Join
us if you have new ideas for outreach or fundraising, want to chat with
fellow volunteers, or are just curious about volunteering
opportunities. First-timers always welcome!
Where: Sauce Boss, Horie / Osaka
https://sauceboss.jp
Jambo
 Mirai no Mori helps marginalised youth in the outdoors - find out more http://mirai-no-mori.jp
Visit the Mirai no Mori website: www.mirai-no-mori.jp
Contact us by email: info@mirai-no-mori.jp
Find out more about Mirai no Mori : https://mirai-no-mori.jp/
 Second Harvest Japan
Christmas in July
Be Santa this summer
Unexpected
gifts are always the nicest. 2HJ wants to reach 400 households this
summer and give children the spirit of Christmas. $15 supports one
family with $120 worth of food. And just like Santa, you will receive
letters from the children. For this special project, 2HJ is
collaborating with Global Giving to raise funds to support these 400
families. https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/christmas-in-july-2hj/
Get more info and find out how to get involved: http://2hj.org/english/
Green Peace Japan
They have a number of events and timely reports about food safety,
seafood sustainability, the opening of nuclear power plants in Japan.
Find out more here: http://www.greenpeace.org/japan/ja/news/
about Green Peace International http://www.greenpeace.org/international/en/
350.org Japan has a lot going on! Join this grassroots effort to protect our planet.
Lets divert campaign: https://letsdivest.jp/
Find out more : http://world.350.org/ja/
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.
Upcoming events listing: http://www.amnesty.or.jp/get-involved/event/
Most Sat afternoons they also have seminars on the death penalty https://www.amnesty.or.jp/get-involved/event/2018/0324_7327.html
 Tokyo English Network (AITEN)
Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=17073295569&ref=ts
HP(Japanese):http://www.amnesty.or.jp/
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)
Cycling For Charity 2018 launch event
Saturday, July 7, 9:00 gather and 10:00 am start cycling!
Cycling For Charity’s mission is to raise awareness of social issues,
and help children in need of support through cycling. Enjoy a Saturday
afternoon cycling and supporting youth in Japan. This is a family
friendly event - children are welcome!
Location: Komazawa Olympic Park, 1-1, Setagaya, Tokyo 154-0013
For further info: https://www.facebook.com/events/2164161507204249/
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Training Programs
Tsuda Open University, Global education for sustainable development (GESD) program
Current International Development Issues (Saturday mornings)
Writing on International Development Issues (Tuesday and Thursday nights)
Find out more: http://tou.tsuda.ac.jp/guide/titp/
Diversity Dojo
Resilience Women’s Program 
One Saturday per month, 14.00 – 16.00pm
Each month there is a different theme
Sat July 28th Tools to deal with Trauma
Sat August 11th about the Abuser
September 15th Self Esteem
The Women’s Program is a series of talks on topics related to trauma and
abuse. It is a space for women who want to learn more about these
issues, whether or not they have personal experience of trauma.
Participants will not be asked to share any personal experiences, but
there will be opportunities for private reflection throughout the talks.
LOCATION Studio R, Omote-sando
COST 500 yen per session
Registration not necessary,
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Charlotte Goff, charlotte@resilience.jp
Japan Fundraising Association
Events and training programs http://jfra.jp/frj/
Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ)
Continuing Education offers non-credit courses designed to meet the diverse educational objectives of students.
https://www.tuj.ac.jp/cont-ed/about/form-info-session.html
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SEMINARS AND PUBLIC LECTURES
Sophia University Global Action Lecture Series
From the front lines: Nonprofit leaders speak out about ... Gender
Wednesday July 4 6:45-8:15pm
For more information contact: sophia.Global.Action@gmail.com
Sophia University, Yotsuya Campus, Bldg. 6, Room 307
Free!
Panel Presentations by nonprofit leaders followed by open discussion.
Sophia University, Institute of Comparative Culture events http://icc.fla.sophia.ac.jp/
Venue: Sophia University, Bldg. 10, 3F, Rm 301
Language: English / No registration necessary
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY, JAPAN CAMPUS ICAS
Fellowship in the US
Japanese Women’s Leadership Initiative (JWLI)
JWLI offers an executive leadership development program that transforms
Japanese women to be action-oriented leaders with confidence to lead,
skills and knowledge to manage, and a plan to make social change in
Japan.
【Program Dates】October 9, 2018 - November 2, 2018 (tentative)
【Application Info】 Online application will close at 9pm on July 15, 2018 (EST) . Click here for online application form!
- Clear vision for social change in Japan
- 5+ years work experience
- Strong leadership capabilities
- Passionate, action-oriented mindset
- Interest to learn about leadership and management in American non-profit organizations and social communities
Volunteer Opportunities in July
Second Harvest Japan needs volunteers and summer interns!
Second Harvest Japan has volunteering opportunities Monday through
Saturday. There are a wide range of needs and opportunities for you to
use your skills and develop new ones. Find out more online and register
to be a 2HJ volunteer at www.2hj.org
If you are a student you can also intern at Second Harvest Japan over
the summer holidays. If interested, please send an email to
charles@2hj.org”
TELL is looking for volunteers for the Tower Climb!
The climb will be held on Sunday, September 9th, at 7;30 a.m. and TELL
needs volunteers to help preparing the event throughout the summer and
on the big day!
TELL has partnered with one of Tokyo’s most iconic structures, Tokyo
Tower, to offer an exciting opportunity that will challenge your
endurance. September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day and people all
around the globe will be walking, marching or running to “take a step”
to remove stigmas around mental health. For more information:
http://telltowerclimb.com/
Please contact Blake at event@telljp.com for more information or to volunteer.
Applications for the Fall 2018 Lifeline Support Worker training are now open! Please see the TELL website for more details (https://telljp.com/lifeline/pctraining/) or contact Jane at training@telljp.com to be a part of this exciting opportunity!
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
Tokyo International Players
http://tokyoplayers.org
Yokohama Theatre Group
http://ytg.jp
Tokyo Sinfonia
Misaki Morino (soprano) champagne concert ~ Hakuju Hall, July 11
Spanish Serenade dinner-concert ~ FCCJ, August 10
More Information http://www.tokyosinfonia.com
Tokyo Poetry Journal v6 (TPJ6) launch
Saturday, July 21, 7:00-10:00pmLocation: Nagatacho Grid
...with a special section on that "business of human rehabilitation"
where "the dancer tries in vain to find his feet", where they "pluck the
darkness from their own flesh"....
What awaits at the other end of this ransom note... TPJ 6... with a special section on butoh x poetry...
For further info: https://www.facebook.com/events/168045517199914/
Networking events
First Tuesday
Tuesday July 3, 2018 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
First Tuesday
is a bilingual networking forum for start-ups, their mentors, investors
and strategic advisers, held every first Tuesday of the month.
Location: The 1/3rd Cafe & Bar
Cost: ¥2000
The ticket includes 1 free drink and light meal.
Tickets https://peatix.com/sales/event/394522/tickets
For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/552743478455196/
“Mediterranean Night" co-hosted by the Spanish Chamber and the Greek Chamber.
Tuesday July 10, 7:00-9:00
As members of
the EU, facing the same sea, Italy, Spain and Greece share an incredible
amount of history, character and relationships. Mediterranean Night
2018 will feature authentic Spanish food pared with Greek and Italian
wines to give you that Mediterranean summer feeling! You just might be
ready for a summer holiday afterwards!
Location: Bikini TAPA, Shibuya Mark City 4F, Dogenzaka 1-12-5, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Fee: ICCJ/SpCCJ/GrCCJ Members 5.000 JPY , Others 8.000 JPY
Registration/Cancellation deadline: July 3, 2018 (Tue), 18:00
For further info: projects@iccj.or.jp
Register here: https://goo.gl/VJ3ZKE
Sightseeing
Tour in English at Ueno Park Sat July 14 10am-12noon Join a monthly tour
of the Ueno park area in English. This is organized by People's Educational And CulturalExchange(PEACE),which
promotes international understanding and intercultural communication
through English. PEACE brings together people from all over the world
for workshops, social events and interpersonal exchanges.
Location: Ueno Park For further info: https://www.facebook.com/events/145978446103653
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