Biography of Business Unit Secretary
SDGs Japan has prepared a "business unit" system as a framework for working with multiple organizations on themes such as health, education, poverty and inequality, as well as regional and community issues. At present, monthly business management meetings are held with the participation of the secretary groups of the 12 Units, where they share information on the progress of Unit activities and exchange opinions on policy advocacy activities.
(1) Development Unit (general development and development finance unit for developing countries)
NPO World Vision Japan
Senior Advocacy Advisor
Tetsuko Shibata
After engaging in bilateral aid at the Japan Bank for International Cooperation, he was stationed in Afghanistan as the office manager of the international NGO Jen and engaged in support for returnees. Joined World Vision Japan in 2011. Since 2013, he has been involved in advocacy for children's rights such as global health, education, the elimination of violence against children, and SDGs.
In addition to being the facilitator of the SDGs Civil Society Network Project Management Committee and secretary of the development unit, he is also the deputy representative of the Educational Cooperation NGO Network.
Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, The University of Tokyo (International Contribution).
International Cooperation NGO Center
Senior Advocacy Officer
Aoi Horiuchi
Belongs to JANIC since 2012. Recommendations for achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the secretariat for the NGO side of the "Cooperation Promotion Committee" of the regular council of NGOs and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for the G7 Ise-Shima Summit and the G20 Osaka Summit In charge of the secretariat of the CSO Platform, etc., and engaged in making proposals for improving the quality and transparency of Japan's ODA, and building partnerships with network NGOs in Asian countries. Facilitator of the Civil Society Space NGO Action Network (NANCiS). Since April 2022, he has been in charge of democracy and civil society space projects in Asia as the deputy director of the civil society think tank “THINK Lobby”.
General Manager, Advocacy Department, Save the Children Japan
Yumiko Horie
After working for Kyodo News, completed a master's course in rural development at a British graduate school. Since 1999, he has been engaged in rural development projects in Cambodia as a representative of the International Volunteer Center Yamagata, and joined Save the Children Japan in 2002. After working in the Overseas Business Department and Corporate Liaison Department, he has been in charge of advocacy since 2010. Involved in policy proposals in a wide range of fields to realize children's rights in Japan and overseas, including development assistance policy and SDGs.
(2) Environment unit
Executive Director, Center for Sustainable Environment and Society (JACSES)
Jiro Adachi
Graduated from the College of Liberal Arts, University of Tokyo. After working at a chemical and material-related company, became a JACSES staff member. He also serves as an officer of other NPOs, a corporate officer, a think tank fellow, and a part-time lecturer at a university (responsible for "NPO/NGO theory", etc.). His publications include “Environmental Tax – Tax and Fiscal Reform and Sustainable Welfare Society” (Tsukiji Shokan, single author), “Gigaton Gap – Climate Change and International Negotiations” (Alterna, co-author), “The Limits of the Earth” (JUSE). , co-author), etc. "Climate change and SDGs" is being serialized in Alterna.
General Incorporated Association Environmental Partnership Conference Deputy Representative Director
Tomoko Hoshino
After graduating from university, he got a job at an environmental organization. Participated in the 2002 United Nations Decade of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) promotion campaign, the 2010 biodiversity COP10 citizen network, and the launch and operation of the Rio+20 Earth Summit NGO Liaison Committee. . Involved in the operation of the Global Environment Partnership Plaza since 2003. In his current position, he promotes partnerships such as promoting and disseminating SDGs and creating opportunities for dialogue. Serves as a member of the Ministry of the Environment's SDGs Stakeholders Meeting, as a member of the Board of Directors of the Overseas Environmental Cooperation Center, the National Organic Agriculture Promotion Council, and the Africa-Japan Council.
(3) Education Unit
Secretary General, Japan NGO Network for Education (JNNE)
Takafumi Miyake
Secretary General of the Japan Network for Educational Cooperation (JNNE). Professor of the Faculty of Letters, Rikkyo University (Adult Learning and Social Education). Educational advisor for Shanti Volunteer Association (SVA), auditor for the Japan Society for Emergency Humanitarian Assistance, director of the Japan Development Education Association, and director of the Asia Pacific Association for Basic and Adult Education (ASPBAE). He has been involved in educational development and humanitarian aid projects in Myanmar refugee camps, Afghanistan, and Nepal. His publications include "Education for Sustainable Development by International Cooperation NGOs - Learning through Social Practice for SDGs" (Design Egg Co., Ltd.).
Secretary General,
Development Education Association and Resource Center
Eno Nakamura
After working for a youth organization, he completed a Master's in Education at a graduate school in the UK. He joined the Development Education Association in 2000. After working in the business department, he took up his current position in 2008. He practices and researches education (development education, ESD, etc.) that considers social issues and creates a sustainable society, and is involved in supporting the creation of various learning opportunities, building domestic and international networks, and making policy recommendations. He also serves as a director of the Ayus Buddhist International Cooperation Network and a part-time university lecturer (in charge of courses such as "Citizen Activism").
(4) Global Health Unit
WaterAid Japan Executive Director
Kaoru Takahashi
Received an MA in Development Studies from the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London. After working in fundraising, PR and corporate collaboration at an emergency aid NGO, she worked for an education-related company before assuming her current position in July 2012. As the only administrative staff member, she was involved in the establishment of the non-profit organization WaterAid Japan. Currently, she is involved in a wide range of work, including fundraising and advocacy.
(5) Social Responsibility (SR) Unit
CEO, International Institute for Human, Organization, and the Earth (IIHOE)
Editor and Publisher of Socio Management Review
Hideto Kawakita
Born in Osaka in 1964. After graduating from university in 1987, he joined Recruit Co., Ltd., where he was in charge of international recruitment, public relations, and sales support before retiring in 1991. He served as the Japanese representative of an international youth exchange NGO and policy secretary to a member of parliament, before founding IIHOE in 1994. He provides management support for over 100 social projects and civic activities, large and small, each year, and supports the CSR management of over 10 socially responsible companies each year, as well as helping to build a foundation for collaboration between NPOs and government.
President, Association for Aid and Relief, Japan
Yoshiteru Horie
Born in 1968. After completing graduate school (majoring in international law), he worked in the private sector before joining AAR Japan in January 2000, where he was involved in support projects for Cambodia and Afghanistan. He became a permanent director and secretary-general in April 2005, executive director and secretary-general in June 2013, and has held his current position since July 2021. He is the author of "Will you devote yourself to your company or to society? - A guide to working at international cooperation" (Bonjinsha, 2005) (co-author).
特定非営利活動法人ひろしまNPOセンター 専務理事 事務局長
Hiroki Matsubara
Born in Hiroshima in 1982. After working for NPOs, companies, and living in the United States, he plans, manages, and coordinates projects related to the environment, education, community development, tourism, disaster prevention, and more. He became Secretary General of the Hiroshima NPO Center in 2017. In order to realize a rich civil society, he supports NPOs and volunteer activities, and works with a variety of entities to solve local issues and achieve the SDGs.
(6) Gender Unit
Plan International Japan Advocacy Group Leader
Miki Nagashima
Doctor of Political Science. Participated in refugee support activities while researching refugee acceptance policies in developed countries. After that, he was involved in the management of various NGOs and foundations. At SDGs Japan, he is in charge of dissemination and enlightenment projects, and manages group public relations and event planning. In addition to serving as a commentator for Asahi Shimbun Digital, he has also been active as an expert member of the Cabinet Office Gender Equality Promotion Liaison Council since August 2009.
Author of "FGM (female genital mutilation) and issues surrounding the concept of gender-based persecution: A study from the perspective of feminist international law" (Waseda University Press).
公益財団法人ジョイセフ
(7) Faulty unit
Japan National Assembly Of Disabled People's International
Kohei Horiba
After working in a construction consulting company, a social welfare council, as a JICA expert, and as part of the DPI Japan secretariat, now engaged in disability support projects across multiple countries as a development consultant. Holds a Master’s degree from the University of Manchester’s Institute for International Development Policy and Management. Areas of expertise include disability and development, as well as social welfare.
自立生活センター ＩＬみなみＴama
非営利活動法人障害者相談支援センター サポート南多摩 事務局長（兼任）
Yoshihiro Mitsuoka
Born on August 9, 1979, in Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture. At the age of 14, sustained a spinal cord injury following surgery to remove a spinal tumor, resulting in the use of a manual wheelchair. Graduated from the Faculty of Health and Welfare at Kawasaki Medical Welfare University and obtained a social worker license. Completed a master’s course in social welfare at Hokusei Gakuen University Graduate School. In 2005, began working at an independent living center in Hachioji, Tokyo, where experience was gained over approximately 10 years. Later worked for about 8 years at the Japan Disability Rehabilitation Association. Currently engaged in providing consultation and support at an independent living center and an NPO in Hachioji, Tokyo.
(8) Regional Unit
認定NPO法人藤沢市民活動推進機構 プロジェクトマネージャー
Megumi Igarashi
Graduated from Hosei University's Faculty of Sociology with a specialization in international politics, particularly the European Union. Originally from Fukushima Prefecture. After working at a communications company, transitioned to the NPO sector. Specializes in leveraging the metaverse in public administration, addressing social issues through virtual spaces, and promoting the SDGs within the nonprofit sector. Currently serves as a project manager at the certified NPO Fujisawa Civic Activities Promotion Organization, an intermediary support organization for NPOs in Kanagawa Prefecture, planning and developing cross-sector collaborations involving national and local governments, as well as private companies. Particularly focused on applying metaverse technologies in the field of welfare. Also founded an NPO providing childcare support and opportunities for international exchange, and has been engaged in community-based activities for over a decade.
Executive Director and Secretary General,
Hiroshima NPO Center
Hiroki Matsubara
Born in Hiroshima in 1982. After gaining experience in NPOs, the private sector, and living in the United States, has been involved in planning, managing, and coordinating projects related to the environment, education, community development, tourism, disaster prevention, and more. Appointed Secretary General of the Hiroshima NPO Center in 2017. Works to support NPOs and volunteer activities, and collaborates with diverse stakeholders to address local issues and contribute to achieving the SDGs, all toward the realization of a vibrant civil society.
Organization for the Sustainable Community Co-Creation Japan.
Yasuharu Yokoyama
After establishing an NPO in Chofu, Tokyo in 1999, went on to operate several NPOs as public-private collaborative projects, including a tourism association secretariat, regional information services, and healthy youth development initiatives. Since 2009, has managed a youth-run tourist information center in the city, and since 2011, has been involved in collaborative projects with three prefectures in the Tohoku region. Since 2021, has been working nationwide as a lecturer and facilitator for public-private co-creation and sustainable community development focused on the SDGs, serving as the representative director of the Sustainable Community Co-Creation Organization.
Participated as the graphic recorder for the C20 Summit in 2019 and the C7 Summit in 2023.
（9）ビジネスと人権ユニット
認定NPO法人ACE（エース）代表
Yuka Iwatsuki
準備中
Social Connection for Human Rights（SCHR）共同創設者
Yoko Doi
After graduating from university, worked at an external organization of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, promoting technology transfer from Japan to Thailand. Later joined the CSR department of an electronics manufacturer, where responsibilities included formulating human rights policies and building a system for human rights due diligence. Subsequently moved to the international human rights NGO Amnesty International Japan, overseeing fundraising and corporate relations. Currently working as a freelancer with organizations such as SCHR, HuRights Osaka, and EcoNetworks.
General Manager, Advocacy Department, Save the Children Japan
Yumiko Horie
After working for Kyodo News, completed a master's course in rural development at a British graduate school. Since 1999, he has been engaged in rural development projects in Cambodia as a representative of the International Volunteer Center Yamagata, and joined Save the Children Japan in 2002. After working in the Overseas Business Department and Corporate Liaison Department, he has been in charge of advocacy since 2010. Involved in policy proposals in a wide range of fields to realize children's rights in Japan and overseas, including development assistance policy and SDGs.
(11) Disaster prevention/mitigation unit
ocal of the Japan CSO Coalition for Disaster Risk Reduction (JCC-DRR)
Nobuyuki Asai
Born in Sendai in 1976, he spent his elementary and junior high school years in Iwate and Tochigi prefectures.
Since 2010, he has worked at Soka Gakkai International, where he has been involved in awareness-raising activities and advocacy both in Japan and overseas in the fields of nuclear weapons abolition, sustainable development, and disaster prevention and mitigation. He has participated in the Japan CSO Network for Disaster Risk Reduction (JCC-DRR) since its inception in 2015, and currently serves as the focal point for external collaboration. He is a member of the Japan NPO Association and the Japan Society of Social Relations.
防災・減災日本CSOネットワーク JCC-DRR運営フォーカルメンバー
一般社団法人SDGsｓと うほく代表理事
Akiko Benimura
Lives in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. After helping with the activities of NPOs in the prefecture and assisting areas affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake, he started a volunteer study group on the SDGs in 2017. In July 2018, he established SDGs Tohoku General Incorporated Association. She holds SDGs seminars and workshops for companies, local government officials, high schools, and citizens. Her motto is "Turn the SDGs from someone else's problem into your own." She is also a director of the Fukushima Collaboration and Reconstruction Center General Incorporated Association and Minpuku General Incorporated Association.
(12) Youth Unit
持続可能な社会に向けたジャパンユースプラットフォーム(JYPS)
政策提言部 統括
森井 悠里香
イギリス ダラム大学にて国際関係学を専攻する傍ら、2022年4月より持続可能な社会に向けたジャパンユースプラットフォームの事務局員として活動を開始。第3回パリ協定とSDGsのシナジー強化に関する国際会議にてサイドイベントを開催、また本会議にパネリストの一人として登壇した。2022年12月よりWomen7(W7)の実行委員として活動を開始。SNSを通しての普及啓発活動やユースコンサルテーション運営を担当。W7サミットではユース代表として小倉男女共同参画担当大臣にインタビューを実施した。
持続可能な社会に向けたジャパンユースプラットフォーム（JYPS）
共同事務局長
本行 紅美子
横浜国立大学大学院修了、修士(国際経済法学）。在学中に、パニック障害を発症したことをきっかけに、当事者としてマイノリティに関する啓発活動を実施。持続可能な社会に向けたジャパンユースプラットフォーム(JYPS)事務局員に着任してからは日本の市民社会との関係構築活動に従事し、2023年のG7広島サミットに向けた活動を担当。2023年4月よりJYPS共同事務局長に就任。2023年9月より英国大学院修士課程進学予定。
