World Vision Summer School 2026: A Free Event for Elementary Students and Parents
World Vision Japan, an international NGO that supports children around the world, will hold a participatory workshop called "World Vision Summer School 2026" free of charge for elementary school students and their parents.
This program is part of the "Global Education" initiative aimed at helping Japanese children understand the current state of the world and participate in international cooperation. This year marks its 21st anniversary, with a total of 5,436 participants to date.
### Program Details Participants will learn about the daily lives of children in Kenya, Africa, through water-carrying experiences, virtual visits, and quizzes. While feeling the connection between themselves and the world, they will develop the ability to think about "what I can do" and take action. All applicants will receive a "Independent Research Sheet" to summarize their learning.
### Event Overview - Dates: - Online: July 28 (Tue) - In-person: July 31 (Fri), August 1 (Sat), August 6 (Thu), August 7 (Fri), August 8 (Sat) - Application Deadlines: - In-person events: July 6 (Mon) - Online event: July 21 (Tue) - Eligibility: Elementary students (grades 1-6) and parents - Cost: Free (advance registration required) - Organizer: World Vision Japan (NPO) - Support: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology; Bunkyo City Board of Education; Nakano City Board of Education (excluding Bunkyo in-person event)
### Details by Format - [In-person]: Participants will learn about global imbalances and social structures through experience. Programs include "If the World Were 100 People" workshop, the "New Trade Game," and a water-carrying experience using tanks actually used in the field. - [Online]: Held via Zoom. Led by staff in charge of water projects in Kenya, participants will visit local homes and schools through a virtual tour.
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- Source: PR TIMES
- Category: キャンペーン