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Celebrating a Decade of Asunoba

Asunoba, a public interest incorporated foundation based in Tokyo, will reach a significant milestone in its mission to combat child poverty. On June 14, 2025, the organization will host the 2nd Stage Opening Ceremony at the Shufu Kaikan Plaza F in Chiyoda, Tokyo, to celebrate its 10th anniversary. This event marks not only a decade of achievements but also a renewed commitment to tackling child poverty in Japan.

The Background of the Event

Founded on June 19, 2015, Asunoba emerged in response to the enactment of Japan's Child Poverty Measures Promotion Act. Over the last decade, the organization has made strides in supporting children and young people affected by poverty, providing initiatives and resources to bridge the gap in their opportunities.

The event scheduled for June 14 is an opportunity to reflect on the past 10 years while expressing gratitude to all supporters. It comes on the heels of a significant legislative change that occurred on June 19 of the previous year—the transformation of the Child Poverty Measures Promotion Act into the Child Poverty Elimination Act. This evolution emphasizes the urgent need to address the conditions of child poverty as a fundamental right.

What to Expect at the Ceremony

At the event, Asunoba will present its Medium-term Plan, shedding light on the current status and issues concerning child poverty in Japan. Attendees will engage in rich discussions about necessary future initiatives. There will be a panel discussion titled "What Is Necessary to Eliminate Child Poverty", featuring esteemed speakers such as:

• - Hiromi Kondo, Representative Director at Tomoshibi At Dandan
• - Katsuki Naoshima, Lecturer at Kawasaki University of Medical Welfare
• - Mana Kashiwagi, Former Asunoba Child and Youth Committee Member, Staff at Otera Oyakutokubun
• - Hyosik Lee, Representative Director at Learning for All

The discussion will be moderated by Kumiko Nakatsuka, a respected journalist from Asahi Shimbun, promising an informative dialogue around the pressing issues at hand.

Details of the Event

• - Date: June 14, 2025
• - Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Doors open at 12:30 PM)
• - Venue: Shufu Kaikan Plaza F, 7F Cattleya, and available via Zoom Webinar
• - Participation Fee: Free of charge
• - Capacity: 120 people in-person at the venue and 500 online via Zoom Webinar.

How to Participate

Those interested in joining this significant event are encouraged to register through the following link: Participation Application.
Your presence will partake in shaping a future where children can thrive free from poverty.

Contact Information

For any inquiries regarding the event, please use the inquiry form provided on the Asunoba website. We look forward to welcoming everyone committed to the mission of eliminating child poverty in Japan!