[Free Admission] 7 Organizations Selected for 'Fukuoka International Student Award 2026' Including 2 High School Groups

The NPO International Education Support Organization Smiley Flowers (Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City / Representative Director: Hironobu Kubota) has finalized the high school groups that will take the stage at the 'Fukuoka International Student Award 2026,' to be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the ACROS Fukuoka 7th Floor Conference Room (doors open at 12:30, event starts at 13:30).

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This award aims to recognize activities of student organizations and seminars in Fukuoka Prefecture that focus on 'international' themes and to nurture the next generation of global talent. A total of seven groups, including high school/university clubs, seminars, and student organizations in Fukuoka, will present their achievements at the award.

1. High School Division Introduction The high school groups presenting are as follows: Futaba High School: 'SAKURA' SAKURA🌸 aims to create an environment where people who want to know Japanese culture but hesitate to visit Japan due to dietary restrictions based on their religion can visit more easily! Fukuoka Future Creation Camp 'On your mark!' This is a Fukuoka-born global camp created by world-class university students and students from Kyushu. Beyond age or school affiliation, we look at ourselves and the world, facing individual thoughts and dreams. We fully support high school students who want to talk about their dreams in their own words and challenge themselves globally. On the day, high school students will give a 5-minute presentation, and the 'most empathetic international activity group' will be decided by voting by attendees and judges.

2. University Division Introduction Seinan Gakuin University: 'Seinan Gakuin University International Dormitory RA' We work as RAs (Resident Assistants) supporting international students and Japanese residents in the international dormitory at Seinan Gakuin University! Fukuoka University: FIT CORE (Fukuoka University International Team) We provide academic and daily life support for international students living at Fukuoka University. Formed on November 11, 2024, as the core team planning and managing international exchange events, currently active with 14 members. Friends International Work Camp Kyushu (FIWC Kyushu) FIWC Kyushu is an international cooperation student organization mainly led by Fukuoka students, active both domestically and internationally. Seinan Gakuin University: Project Emergence Group C³ Based on the philosophy of Curiosity × Communication × Challenge, we manage events that both university students and international students can enjoy. Kyushu University: IFSAQ A student network connecting students studying forestry or interested in forestry globally, and promoting sustainable forest management.

3. Event Overview and Recruitment Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026, 13:30–16:30 (Doors open 12:30) Venue: ACROS Fukuoka, 7F Conference Room (1-1-1 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City) Organizer: NPO International Education Support Organization Smiley Flowers