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2023 Children's Smile Movement Awards Ceremony

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is determined to promote a society that prioritizes children under the mission of "Children First". As part of this commitment, a collaborative effort with various sectors, including businesses, non-profit organizations, schools, and local governments, is underway to boost the children’s welfare initiative known as the Children's Smile Movement. In this endeavor, organizations that exemplify outstanding contributions to fostering children's happiness will be honored with the prestigious Children's Smile Movement Awards.

Ceremony Details

• - Date and Time: December 1, 2023, from 15:30 to 16:30.
• - Location: Main Assembly Hall, 5th Floor, Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1.

Anticipated Guests

The event will feature key figures such as:

• - Yuriko Koike: Governor of Tokyo.
• - Hikari Ijyuin and Mami Tani: Ambassadors of the Children's Smile Movement, alongside the master of ceremonies, Eiji Okuma, a freelance announcer.

Session Highlights

Talk Sessions

The ceremony will include engaging discussions:

1. Session 1: Insights from Past Winners
Here, representatives from award-winning organizations will share their experiences, discussing the positive impacts of receiving the award and how it has influenced their project developments.
Notable winners include Kids Star Inc., celebrated in 2023, and Think Inc., honored in 2024.
- Kids Star’s initiative video: Gokko Land
- Think’s initiative video: Disaster Prevention Sports

2. Session 2: Ambassador Perspectives
Ambassadors Ijyuin and Tani, alongside Okuma, will delve into the significance of the Children's Smile Movement Awards and their impact on the community and children’s welfare.

Award Presentation

Following the talk sessions, the ceremony will culminate in the presentation of awards to the 2023 winners.

• - Governor Koike will present the awards, emphasizing the contributions made by recipients in the categories of children’s services and parenting support.
• - Awards will be accompanied by certificates and trophies, highlighting the organizations' achievements in promoting child welfare.
• - The event will conclude with congratulatory remarks from Governor Koike and the ambassadors, followed by a photo opportunity.

Live Coverage

For those unable to attend in person, the ceremony will be streamed live starting at 15:30 on the Children's Smile Movement YouTube channel. Access the live stream here.

This event aligns with the Tokyo 2050 Strategy, committed to policies that consider children's perspectives.

For media inquiries, please refer to the attached document for detailed coverage guidelines and application form.