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Overview of the Training Event

On November 8, 2025, the Giō City Childcare Council held a training session at the Mirai Central Community Center in Giō City, Saitama Prefecture, following a request from the Kizuna Yūkai Association. This event gathered around 100 participants, including directors, childcare workers, and parents from the private childcare sector, who came together to deepen their understanding of how adult involvement is crucial in nurturing children's motivation for learning.

The event was honored by the presence of the Giō City Mayor, Kazuko Giō, and City Council member Tomoo Fukushima. Both dignitaries expressed their support and anticipation for the community's ongoing efforts to support children through the program.

Training Details

• - Theme: "Parental and Educator Behavior Linked to Children's Learning Motivation"
• - Main Speaker: Takuya Hatakeyama
• - Supporting Speaker: Makoto Obata
• - Date: November 8, 2024
• - Location: Mirai Central Community Center, Giō City
• - Participants: Approximately 100 individuals associated with the Giō City Private Council, including directors, childcare workers, and parents.

Content of the Training

This training emphasized the significance of adult interactions in fostering children’s autonomy and desire to learn. The topics covered included psychological safety, methods of affirmation, and the quality of daily verbal interactions, all illustrated through specific case studies.

Hatakeyama highlighted the essential nature of recognizing not just successful experiences but also the process of challenges as vital to building a child’s motivation. He underscored the importance of collaboration between parents and educators in supporting positive behavioral changes in children.

Future Initiatives by Kizuna Yūkai

Having received a request for training from Giō City, Kizuna Yūkai sees this as an honor and a valuable opportunity to contribute to local parenting support. We offer tailored training suited to the diverse needs of stakeholders such as childcare workers, parents, and municipal collaborations.

Some training themes include:

• - Children's motivation and non-cognitive abilities
• - Support for parents
• - Staff training (communication, team building, improving interactions)
• - Childcare disaster prevention and community disaster preparation

Kizuna Yūkai remains open to training requests that address the challenges faced by local communities, childcare centers, and associations. For more information or to make inquiries, feel free to contact us.

Contact Information

Social Welfare Corporation Kizuna Yūkai / General Incorporated Association Kizuna Yūkai
Phone: 080-5188-5855
Email: [email protected]
Website: Kizuna Yūkai