This week, an NGO survey on high school enrollment among low-income households was reported. Initiatives from various perspectives were also featured, including a student NGO working in Kenya and a new project in which a 16-year-old shares information about humanitarian aid.
Even with free high school tuition, about 30% “could not choose a private school”: NGO survey of low-income households
From the editors: The article reports the results of an NGO survey of low-income households finding that about 30% could not choose a private high school even under the tuition-free system. It offers material for thinking about the challenges surrounding children’s education.
The challenge seen in Kenya — “just providing support is not enough” | Student NGO Waka Waka Kenya’s fight against tungiasis
From the editors: The article describes how the student NGO “Waka Waka Kenya,” which is tackling tungiasis in Kenya, came to recognize that simply providing support is not enough. It shows the group working to deepen its activities based on what it learned on the ground.
Kirari Murayama launches new YouTube project “Kirari’s Notebook of Discoveries,” sharing humanitarian aid in disasters and conflicts from a 16-year-old’s perspective
From the editors: The article reports that Kirari Murayama has started a new YouTube project sharing humanitarian aid in disasters and conflicts from a 16-year-old’s perspective. It may become a way for young people to learn about humanitarian aid.
A 13-year-old fighting cancer finds a dream through job experience; NGO and others invite children to KidZania
From the editors: The article reports that a 13-year-old fighting cancer took part in job experiences at KidZania at the invitation of an NGO and others. It is an initiative that supports time for children to imagine their dreams.
Christmas Fund / Water and Food Assistance
From the editors: World Vision Japan is calling for donations to its Christmas fund for water and food assistance. It is an opportunity to take part in support as the year draws to a close.
Bringing the power of lawyers to society: law firms in Japan and abroad and NPOs jointly hold the first “Pro Bono Week in Tokyo 2026”
From the editors: The article reports that law firms in Japan and abroad and NPOs will jointly hold the first “Pro Bono Week in Tokyo 2026.” It draws attention as an initiative to put the skills of legal professionals to work for society.
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