Shizuoka Prefectural Overseas Youth Research Association
This organization was established on the 20th of May,1972 with the support of JOCV (Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers). At this time, we aided JOCV in the training and selection of their staff through activities such as photographic presentations, advice seminars, presentations by experienced members of staff, and video presentations. We have the support of local government, and until recently our organization was the only organization of its kind. Nowadays, our programs include activities such as: excursion of foreign countries, foreign language education, international culture exchange in Japan and promotion of international awareness with the help of the local government education ministry. We aim to wider participation among local schools and colleges in these international programs.