This week’s topics supporting NGO activities included an article looking back at Nobel Peace Prize laureate Pillay’s exchange with human rights groups, the NGO Rookie Award, and Global Festa JAPAN. A campaign that lets people take part in international cooperation from one yen is also featured.
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Navi Pillay exchanged views with human rights groups during her visit to Japan, asking eager questions about issues such as Zainichi Koreans
From the editors: This article looks back at Ms. Pillay’s exchange of views with human rights groups during her visit to Japan. It suggests her stance of valuing dialogue with civil society.
Trial drilling trouble in the Tokyo-area CCS project: the operator’s disappointing response to questions from NGOs
From the editors: The article reports the operator’s response to NGO questions about trial drilling trouble in the Tokyo-area CCS project. It shows NGOs raising questions from the standpoint of citizens.
Let’s support the young staff who will lead the future of international cooperation – shining a light on young people working hard in the field with the “NGO Rookie Award”
From the editors: This article introduces the “NGO Rookie Award,” which shines a light on young staff working hard in the field of aid. It draws attention as an effort to support the next generation.
Participation in the international cooperation event “Global Festa JAPAN 2026”
From the editors: This is a notice about participation in the international cooperation event “Global Festa JAPAN 2026.” We look forward to the event as an opportunity to experience international cooperation.
International cooperation from just one yen: AAR Japan launches “One Yen per Person Campaign”
From the editors: The article reports that AAR Japan has launched a “One Yen per Person Campaign.” Because anyone can take part from one yen, it may be a good way to start getting interested in international cooperation.
“Don’t forget Palestine”: joint statement by NGOs
From the editors: This is a video about a joint statement by NGOs calling on people not to forget Palestine. It shows multiple organizations speaking out together.
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