Toyonaka City Launches Recruitment for 'Youthmo! #YouthChallengeLab!' to Support Youth Initiatives with Up to 300,000 Yen

Toyonaka City is implementing 'Youthmo! in Toyonaka #YouthChallengeLab!', a program that solicits and supports the implementation of projects that young people 'want to try' to improve the city of Toyonaka. This initiative aims to promote active youth participation in community development and incorporate their opinions into city administration.

Overview of 'Youthmo! in Toyonaka #YouthChallengeLab!' Recruitment

◆ Content

・We are seeking challenge projects that identify urban issues from a youth perspective and address them with flexible ideas and methods. Selected projects will be chosen through a presentation screening.

・Proponents of selected projects will receive a subsidy of up to 300,000 yen, along with comprehensive support from the city, including individual consultations, bridging with local communities, and disseminating information to citizens, from project planning to implementation.

◆ Eligibility

Individuals, groups, etc., aged 18 to 30 (excluding high school students)

(Must include members who reside, study, or work in Toyonaka City as primary members)

◆ Schedule

▼ For details, please visit the city's website:

https://www.city.toyonaka.osaka.jp/joho/keikaku/soukei4/youthmo.html

Overview of Activities by Organizations Selected for Last Year's 'Youthmo! in Toyonaka #YouthChallengeLab!'

This program is a new initiative introduced in Reiwa 7 (2025) fiscal year. Last year, nine project proposals were received from university student groups and others, and six projects were selected.

◉ Manabi Link

Implementation of career learning programs in elementary schools

Career learning implemented at Nobata Elementary School

◉ Glocal Friends

Hosting events for international students and local residents to interact

Exhibition at Chocolat Anniversary Festival

◉ HUHUH

Events to create vibrancy by utilizing public spaces in front of the station

Kotatsu installation event in front of Toyonaka Station

◉ Toyonaka Job TV

Video production to showcase the appeal of people working in the region

One of the created videos

◉ Lifestyle Meeting

Dialogue-based events to consider diverse ways of living

Workshop scene

◉ Super Aging Project

Community collaboration project where university students participate in senior citizen club activities

Former Shimada Elementary School Mochi-pounding Festival