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About us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Overview<\/strong>
A nonprofit educational organization established in 2012 by Mari Hirotsuru and Sumire Hirotsuru. The board includes Mr. Norio Murakami, the former President and CEO of Google Japan. The motto revolves around lifelong learning, self-fulfillment, and contribution to society throughout one\u2019s life. SIJ invites Harvard University students as instructors to Oita, Japan for a summer international school, providing children with opportunities to become global citizens and develop their passions for their expertise. Many students who participated in SIJ have subsequently studied abroad. 

Impact<\/strong>
SIJ connects the world and brings diverse talents and expertise to Japan. We bridge the distances, making sure that the exchange of ideas, cultures and learning is continuous and seamless. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

SIJ develops and implements workshop curricula that have a meaningful impact on younger generations\u2019 future and their communities. Since the inaugural year 2013, we have been a platform where the youth can grow as future leaders for the good of society and personal fulfillment.

Number of people benefited from SIJ<\/strong>
SIJ2013 – 528 people
SIJ2014 – 528 people
SIJ2015 – 604 people
SIJ2016 – 608 people
SIJ2017 – 888 people
SIJ2018 – 909 people
SIJ2019 – 902 people
SIJ2020 – 735 people (online)
SIJ2021 – 903 people (online)
SIJ2022 – 653 people
SIJ2023 – 172 people
SIJ2024 – 951 people

In total: 8381 people<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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SIJ\u2019s Mission: <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Make the world a place where everyone can happily pursue what they love doing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Core Values<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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SIJ creates a space where genuine human connections transcend differences, empowering participants to collaborate toward a more peaceful and inclusive world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We proudly provide a safe, well-structured, and engaging learning platform where young leaders from diverse backgrounds come together to work together for a better future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our programs blend language, culture, and the arts to deliver engaging, transformative learning experiences that are as enjoyable as they are impactful.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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SIJ Summer School 2026<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An immersive summer experience where participants develop their strengths, pursue their passions, and exchange ideas in English within an international community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We welcome motivated students to be part of this shared journey!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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SIJ motto<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The best way to predict the future is to invent it.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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