Transforming the Future of School Absence Through eSports Support

Transforming the Future of School Absence with eSports

On August 23, 2025, from 15:00 to 16:30, the Shinjuku NPO Collaboration Promotion Center will host a free lecture titled "Transforming the Future of School Absence Through eSports Support." This event is organized by the Certified NPO High School Support Association in response to the positive feedback received from their eSports initiatives featured in a documentary on BS TV Tokyo.

The conference is aimed at individuals grappling with school absence and addiction to video games or smartphones. A nominal fee of ¥1,000 will be charged for individual consultations, but the main event is free to attend.

What to Expect

Key Themes of the Conference:

- Insights from a former school drop-out turned eSports coach.
- A discussion featuring high school students who have regained their paths with the help of eSports.
- Guidance on aspiring to become a professional player.
- Strategies for confronting gaming and smartphone addiction.
- Practical methods to prevent dependency on devices and games.
- Initial steps to take when facing school absence.

Guest Speakers

The event includes prominent speakers like Satoshi Takemura, the representative of the Certified NPO High School Support Association, and former dropouts who transitioned into eSports coaches. They will share their experiences and actionable advice to inspire attendees.

Event Details

- Date: August 23, 2025 (Saturday)
- Time: 15:00 - 16:30
- Location: Shinjuku NPO Collaboration Promotion Center, Rooms 401A + 401B.
- Address: 4-36-12 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, 169-0075.
- Participation Fee: Free for lecture; Individual consultations ¥1,000 (pre-payment required).

Registration can be accessed through the association’s website or by contacting them directly via phone for any inquiries.

- Emergency Contact: 03-5937-0513 or 080-4050-0515 (10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, weekdays).
- Website: Certified NPO High School Support Association

Who Should Attend?

This event is ideal for:

- Individuals struggling with gaming or smartphone dependency.
- Anyone interested in pursuing a career in eSports.
- Those looking to find new pathways out of school absence or loneliness through eSports.

Recent Media Recognition

The Certified NPO High School Support Association was featured in the recent episode of TV Tokyo's documentary series, "Discovering Societal Change through eSports," aired on July 12, 2025. The episode highlighted various activities conducted by the association, showing their commitment to supporting students through eSports and other initiatives.

- Observations from a marathon event for students.
- Daily interactions at the Suidobashi classroom where support is generously offered.
- Student exchanges and coaching sessions at eSports activity center "eXeField Akiba."
- Online engagement with students and graduates, facilitated by the director via voice-chat.

Expanding eSports Synergy for Support

The Certified NPO High School Support Association embodies a wealth of knowledge in leveraging eSports for supporting youth who face school absence and isolation. Their approach aims to transform challenges into opportunities, ensuring that the youth not only enjoy eSports but also benefit from it positively. Moving forward, they will share their methodologies with other organizations to foster healthy engagement with gaming.

About the High School Support Association

Founded in April 2010, the Certified NPO High School Support Association offers essential support to young individuals, including middle and high school students, assisting them in overcoming challenges related to absenteeism and social withdrawal. With a renewed focus on integrating eSports into educational support, they are committed to nurturing connections and learning through digital platforms, aspiring to create a society where every young person holds hope for the future.

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