Environmental Communication

Since 2001, we have been conducting Global Immersion Camps (GICs) where children spend several days together communicating in English. Through multicultural exchanges with camp leaders from different countries and various programs, we enhance the children's awareness of the SDGs.

In FY2025, the program was successfully held in two sessions: August 4-9 and August 11-16. Camp leaders and staff representing 17 countries and regions, along with 131 participants from throughout Japan, gathered to learn from one another, share their experiences, and grow together.

On the fourth day, we welcomed Ms. Rumi Ide from Office 3.11, who gave a presentation on the difference between Food Loss (discarded food that could have been eaten) and Food Waste (leftovers and avoidable waste). After an English presentation that examined this familiar issue through numerical data, the participants discussed what could be done at home and at school in small groups. The session provided an opportunity for participants to think about how food waste can be reduced in everyday life and what they themselves can do. As a result, many students were seen making an effort not to leave food uneaten starting with their meals that day.

Through the six-day program, the children learned about the cultures of various countries and regions, recognized and respected each other's differences, and worked together while supporting one another. We hope that they will continue to challenge themselves to communicate in English without being afraid of making mistakes and grow into individuals who can contribute to the global community.