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)
Takashi Miyake
Shanti International Volunteer Association (SVA) education business advisor. Secretary General of Japan NGO Network for Education (JNNE) and Director of Japan Association for Development Education. Part-time lecturer at Asia University and Nihon Fukushi University. Doctor of Education (Sophia University). His publications include “Education for Sustainable Development by NGOs for International Cooperation: Learning through Social Practice for SDGs” (Design Egg), “SDGs and Development Education – Learning for Sustainable Development Goals” (Gakubunsha). , co-authored).
Executive Director, NPO Development Education Association (DEAR)
Eno Nakamura
After working at a youth organization, completed a master's degree in education at a graduate school in the UK. Joined the Japan Development Education Association in 2000. After working in business, assumed current position in 2008. In addition to practicing and researching education (development education, ESD, etc.) that considers social issues and creates a sustainable society, he is involved in supporting the creation of various learning opportunities, building networks in Japan and overseas, and making policy recommendations. He also serves as a director of the Ayus Buddhism International Cooperation Network and a part-time university lecturer (in charge of civic activities theory, etc.).
(4) Global Health Unit
Executive Director, Non-Profit Organization WaterAid Japan
Iku Takahashi
Master of Development Studies from the Institute of Oriental and African Studies, University of London. After engaging in fundraising, public relations, corporate collaboration, etc. at an emergency support NGO, he worked for an education-related company before assuming his current position in July 2012. As the only secretariat staff, he was involved in the establishment of the non-profit organization WaterAid Japan. Currently engaged in a wide range of operations such as fundraising and advocacy.
(5) Social Responsibility (SR) Unit
Hokkaido International Foundation (HIF) Managing Director/Secretary General
Makoto Ikeda
Born in Hakodate. After graduating from university, worked at a private company for 11 years, then spent a year studying green tourism in New Zealand. After returning to Japan, he was in charge of organic farming at Kyodo Gakusha Shintoku Farm, and lived with people with disabilities. Incumbent since May 2001. In 2004, "Onuma Milestone 22" was established. Currently, Ministry of Foreign Affairs NGO consultant, cooperation promotion committee member, Hokkaido global warming prevention promotion activist, Japan International Work Camp Center councilor, Boranabi club director, Hokkaido Africa network representative, DIG network Hakodate secretary general thinking about disaster prevention. Chairman of Onuma Ramsar Association, etc.
IIHOE [International Institute for Humans, Organizations and the Earth] Representative
and Publisher of Socio Management
Hideto Kawakita
Born in Osaka in 1964. After graduating from university in 1987, joined Recruit Co., Ltd. In charge of international recruitment, public relations, and sales support, retired in 1991. Established IIHOE in 1994, serving as Japan's representative for an international youth exchange NGO and as a policy secretary for a member of the Diet. Each year, we support more than 100 large and small social projects and civil activities management, support CSR management of more than 10 socially responsible companies every year, and support the creation of a foundation for cooperation between NPOs and governments. there is
Chairman of the Association for Aid and Refugees (NPO)
Yoshiaki Horie
Born in 1968. After graduating from graduate school (international law major), worked at a private company before working at AAR Japan in January 2000, engaging in Cambodia and Afghanistan support projects. Executive Director/Secretary General since April 2005, Managing Director/Secretary General since June 2013, current position since July 2021. Book "Are You Serving Your Company? Are You Serving Society? - Recommendations for Work at International Cooperation" (Bonjinsha, 2005) (co-author)
Executive Director and Secretary General, Hiroshima NPO Center
Hiroki Matsubara
Born in Hiroshima in 1982. After working at NPOs, companies, and traveling to the United States, he plans, manages, and coordinates projects related to the environment, education, regional development, tourism, and disaster prevention. In 2017, he became the secretary general of the Hiroshima NPO Center. In order to realize a rich civil society, we will support NPOs and volunteer activities, and work with various entities to solve local issues and achieve the SDGs.
(6) Gender Unit
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Advocacy Group Leader, Plan International Japan Public Interest Incorporated Foundation
Miki Nagashima
政治学博士。プランでは女の子のリーダーシップに関する調査や生理の貧困に関する調査、提言を担当。21年8月からは内閣府男女共同参画推進連携会議有識者議員としても活動。
著書に「FGM(女性性器損傷)とジェンダーに基づく迫害概念をめぐる諸課題―フェミニズム国際法の視点からの一考察」（早稲田大学出版、2010年）、『おしえてジェンダー！「女の子だから」のない世界へ』（合同出版、2023年）。
JOICFP Public Interest Incorporated Foundation
(7) Faulty unit
DPI Japan Conference International Fellow
Kohei Horiba
After working for a construction consulting company, a social welfare council, a JICA expert, and a member of the DPI Japan Conference secretariat, he is currently implementing projects to support persons with disabilities in multiple countries as a development consultant. Completed master's course at the Institute for International Development, Policy and Management, University of Manchester. Specializes in disability and development, and social welfare.
Center for Independent Living IL Minami Tama
NPO Support Center for Persons with Disabilities Support Minamitama Secretary General (concurrent)
Yoshihiro Mitsuoka
Born August 9, 1979 in Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture. At the age of 14, due to the aftereffects of surgery to remove a spinal cord tumor, he injured his spinal cord and became a manual wheelchair user. After graduating from the Faculty of Medical Welfare, Kawasaki University of Medical Welfare, acquired a social worker license. Completed master's course in social welfare at Hokusei Gakuen University Graduate School. In 2005, worked at an independent living center in Hachioji, Tokyo for about 10 years. Worked at the Japanese Rehabilitation Association for Persons with Disabilities for about 8 years. Currently, she is engaged in consultation support at an independent living center and NPO in Hachioji, Tokyo.
(8) Regional Unit
Representative Director, Okayama NPO Center
SDGs Network Okayama Chairman
Tatsuya Ishihara
In 2001, he participated in the establishment of an NPO corporation only for university students. Joined Tottori City Council of Social Welfare in 2003 (volunteer coordinator). In 2005, he moved to the NPO Okayama NPO Center (currently the representative director). Since then, he has participated in the establishment of the NPO Minna no Rakumin Research Institute (Representative Executive Officer), PS Setouchi Co., Ltd. (Representative Director), Kitanagase Area Management (Representative Director), and SDGs Network Okayama (Chairman). As a social ``mechanist'', he works on facilitating various projects.
Japan NPO Center/NPO Japan NPO Center Deputy Director General
Eiji Ueda
Born in Shimane prefecture. Participated in international volunteer activities while in college, and dropped out of college after being fascinated by the possibilities of civil activism. Joined Japan NPO Center in 2017 after serving as secretary general of NICE, an international volunteer NGO. Serves as chairman of the steering committee of the Komae City Citizen Activity Support Center. Specializes in collaborative projects between companies and NPOs and volunteer coordination, working to promote citizen participation.
(9) Business and Human Rights Unit
Director of NGO Center for International Cooperation (JANIC)
Director of THINK Lobby
Business and Human Rights Civil Society Platform Chairperson
Asian Development Federation Chair
Director of United Nations Global Compact Network Japan
Hideki Wakabayashi
After joining Yamaha Corporation, he worked as an officer of the Yamaha Labor Union and an officer of the Denki Union. In 2001, he was elected as a member of the Democratic Party of Japan's House of Councilors in a proportional representation election, and served as Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry in the "next cabinet". In 2008, he was a visiting researcher at the US Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), and since 2011 he has served as Amnesty International Japan Secretary General and JANIC Secretary General before taking up his current position. Graduated from Waseda University School of Commerce, completed Michigan State University Graduate School Master's Program (Agriculture).
(11) Disaster prevention/mitigation unit
Japan CSO Network Focal for Disaster Prevention and Mitigation
Nobuyuki Asai
Born in Sendai in 1976, spent elementary and junior high school days in Iwate and Tochigi prefectures.
Since 2010, Soka Gakkai International has been engaged in awareness-raising activities and advocacy in Japan and overseas in the fields of nuclear abolition, sustainable development, disaster prevention and mitigation. Participated in the Japan CSO Network for Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (JCC-DRR), which was launched in 2015, since its inception. Currently serves as a focal point for external cooperation. He is a member of the Japan Society for Nonprofit Organizations and the Japan Society of Social Relations.
Disaster prevention/mitigation Japan CSO network JCC-DRR management focal member
General Incorporated Association SDGs Tohoku Representative Director
Akiko Kuremura
Lives in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. After being involved in supporting the activities of NPOs in the prefecture and supporting the disaster area after the Great East Japan Earthquake, in 2017 he started a study group on SDGs by volunteers. Established SDGs Tohoku General Incorporated Association in July 2018. He conducts SDGs seminars and workshops for companies, local government officials, high schools, and citizens. His motto is to “make the SDGs your own business instead of someone else’s business”. Director of the General Incorporated Association Fukushima Reconstruction Center and General Incorporated Association Minpuku.
(12) Youth Unit
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Co-Secretary General, Japan Youth Platform for a Sustainable Society
Chika Suzuki
Born January 21, 2002. Affiliated to the JYPS secretariat from August 2020, responsible for dissemination and enlightenment of Youth-led advocacy in the participation department. From December 2021, participate in the SDGs Promotion Roundtable. Since May 2022, he has been serving as the secretary general of JYPS, and has been making policy recommendations in Japan and coordinating advocacy for international conferences. I have experienced internships at network NGOs and NGOs working on peacebuilding.
Co-Secretary General, Japan Youth Platform for a Sustainable Society
Chika Suzuki
Born January 21, 2002. Affiliated to the JYPS secretariat from August 2020, responsible for dissemination and enlightenment of Youth-led advocacy in the participation department. From December 2021, participate in the SDGs Promotion Roundtable. Since May 2022, he has been serving as the secretary general of JYPS, and has been making policy recommendations in Japan and coordinating advocacy for international conferences. I have experienced internships at network NGOs and NGOs working on peacebuilding.
