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Voluntary Forum Tokyo 2026: A Call to Action

The Tokyo Volunteer & Community Activity Center is excited to announce the upcoming Voluntary Forum Tokyo 2026, taking place on February 7-8, 2026. This event has a rich history dating back to 2004, focusing on various social challenges affecting our communities. The forum aims to share insights, foster dialogue, and encourage citizen action towards addressing these pressing issues.

Purpose of the Forum

The Voluntary Forum Tokyo 2026 seeks to empower citizens by emphasizing the importance of taking action and nurturing imagination to bring about positive societal change. The overarching theme for this year's event is "Changing the Future, Taking on Challenges — Action & Imagination." Participants will engage in discussions about how individual contributions can lead to a better collective future.

Event Details

The forum will feature 19 subcommittees, each addressing specific social topics. Organized in a committee structure, it brings together volunteers and community leaders across various fields, creating a rich environment for collaboration and problem-solving.

• - Date: February 7 (Saturday) and February 8 (Sunday), 2026
• - Location: Iidabashi Central Plaza and additional sites, with some sessions available online and through fieldwork.
• - Participation Fee: Access to one subcommittee costs ¥1,000. For attending three or more subcommittees at the venue or for fieldwork, a flat fee of ¥3,000 applies. Students (including vocational school students) and those under 18 can participate for free.

Registration and More Information

Participants can register and find more detailed information on the official website: Tokyo Volunteer & Community Activity Center. This initiative is proudly supported by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, with key sponsorship from Deloitte Tohmatsu Group, Seibu Shinkin Bank, and MUFG Bank. Additionally, numerous organizations such as NEC Networks & System Integration Corporation and Kumagai Gumi Co., Ltd. have pledged their support as sponsors.

Community Support

In collaboration with various foundations and community-oriented organizations, the forum emphasizes the collaborative spirit needed to tackle our society's challenges. Key contributors include the SOMPO Welfare Foundation and the Japanese Society for Social Welfare, indicating a broad network of support for this meaningful endeavor.

Contact Information

For inquiries, please reach out to the Tokyo Volunteer & Community Activity Center's forum team:

• - Address: 10th Floor, Central Plaza, 1-1 Kaguragawa, Shinjuku, Tokyo 162-0823
• - Phone: 03-3235-1171
• - Fax: 03-3235-0050
• - Email: [email protected]

We believe that the connections made and the realizations achieved during this forum will scatter the seeds for a more robust citizen society. We invite all citizens who are passionate about social change to be part of this intriguing event!