We have released the online conference program, which includes the timetable, presentation abstracts, and presentation papers, available through Confit (conference portal). Additionally, we have compiled information about how to participate in the plenary session scheduled for the first day of the conference. Please take a moment to review this information.

1. Conference program (Confit)

You can access the program via the conference website. To view and download the PDF papers, you will need a password, which will be provided separately by the organizing committee to those who have completed their registration and payment.

★ Conference Website:

Creating the program involves various adjustments, such as session scheduling, assignment of presentations, negotiations with session chairs and commentators, and securing venues. Kindly note that we are unable to accommodate requests for changes to sessions or schedules. We appreciate your understanding.

The poster session is scheduled for November 11th (Saturday) from 09:30 to 13:00. We have designated 11:45-12:45 as the core time, so we would appreciate it if presenters could be available at the venue during this time to answer questions from attendees.

Publishing companies will be selling books written by JASID members at the rest area (11th Building Basement Lounge) on the second day of the conference, on the 12th (Sunday) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Please come and visit.

A simplified version of the conference program (PDF), including venue maps and presentation guidelines, will be made available approximately 1 to 2 weeks before the conference.

2. Participation in the plenary session

The conference plenary session titled “Where Is Japan’s Official Development Assistance Heading? – In response to the revision of the Development Cooperation Charter,” scheduled for the afternoon of November 11 (Saturday), is a public event co-hosted with Sophia University. Please review the event flyer on the conference website for more details.

★ Plenary session:

This event allows both in-person and online participation. Due to venue capacity constraints, we can accommodate up to 150 attendees on a first-come, first-served basis. Those unable to enter the main hall will be able to watch the event on a screen in an adjacent room (capacity: 150 attendees). Registration is scheduled to begin at 13:00, 30 minutes before the event starts.

Both venues will have sub-monitors in addition to the main screen, providing Japanese text information of speech for those with hearing difficulties.

The plenary session will be conducted in Japanese. Those requiring English simultaneous interpretation should bring their devices (such as smartphones) and headphones to connect to the ZOOM Webinar for audio translation.

Questions for the speakers can be written in Japanese or English on paper distributed at the registration desk and will be collected during breaks. If you wish to ask a question to speakers directly, please complete the registration process early and enter the venue.

Participants joining online do not need to register in advance. Please enter via the link provided in the “Language” section at the bottom of the information page (this link is for society members; please refrain from sharing it with the general public).

After the plenary session, JASID will hold its members’ general conference in the same venue.

3. Early bird registration

The deadline for early bird registration with a discounted fee is Wednesday, October 11.

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Contact

34th Annual Conference Organizing Committee
Chairperson: Taro Komatsu (Sophia University)

• jasid2023fall [at] (replace [at] with @)

This research group aims to promote research and communication of the youth members of JASID. Although not a few youths in Japan are researching on development, they have difficulty in getting opportunities to interact with each other because they are scattered widely all over Japan.

Therefore, they can barely share their ideas and information about development with each other. Furthermore, the topics and methods for development studies are becoming diversified. This trend also highlights the importance of establishing a research group with youths’ initiative to share the diversified ideas.

The main activity of this research group is to hold a thematic session in the Conference of JASID. Members of this study group discuss lively through the process of preparing and conducting a session, which enables them to share each other’s thoughts and experience of development meanwhile to support each other in going further into their own topic. In addition to holding thematic sessions, this research group holds monthly on-line workshops in order to involve more youth members in the activities of the group.

We believe that holding thematic sessions is beneficial not only for the members of this research group but for other JASID members. Fresh perspectives presented by youth will also be a great inspiration to others of JASID.

Please refer to the URL below for further details of our research group.

Bridging Local and Global knowledge for community development

We inspire researcher who are in geographically disadvantaged area and revitalize research and development activity through creating a platform for knowledge sharing for community development, connecting people who are interested in community development and international cooperation.

• SANO, Mayuko (Chair)
• UBUKATA, Fumikazu
• KAJI, Hideki
• KIMATA, Yoichiro
• KUDO, Shogo
• TATSUMI, Kazuko
• HAYASHI, Yutaka

More than 20 years, the Japan Society for International Development (JASID) Kansai Branch has been aiming at promoting research activities on international development and cooperation by conducting a series of study sessions on different cutting-edge topics through an interdisciplinary approach. For each study session, we have invited first-hand researchers and practitioners on development studies as guest speakers.

Especially in the past few years, we have conducted active discussions on issues related to human security, human capital development, and risk management, including social risk in international development. This fiscal year’s primary objective of the Kansai Branch is to provide study sessions and discussions on current “hot” development topics, including those related to current/post-COVID-19.

We expect that these study sessions will encourage young researchers to enhance their knowledge and skills to present their research findings in international/domestic academic conferences and submit their papers to academic research journals.

We also expect young researchers to promote their academic networking with guest speakers and regular JASID members to enhance their interest in development studies.

The 24th JASID Spring Conference Organizing Committee is pleased to share some updates about the conference program.

１．Information on Program and Proceedings

Program and Proceedings have been uploaded to the website. Please access and download from the link below. A password is required to download, and it will be sent to the participants through another email from the committee. We will not print or distribute them.

(1) Program

‐ Program

‐ Time Table

‐ Session

（2）Proceedings

‐Download PDF for print

２．To presenters

(1) On-site session

– Presentation slides must be transferred to the set laptop at each room prior to the session begins.
– Presenters in the morning sessions should transfer their files and review the presentation between 9:10 and 9:30 a.m.
– Presenters of the afternoon session should transfer their files and review the presentation during the lunch break (11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.).
– If you will have a presentation in an online session, please prepare your own PC even if you are at the venue.

(2) On-line session

– If you will have a presentation in an online session, you can enter the Zoom room at the following times and check the slide projection.
Morning: 9:20 a.m.- 9:30 a.m.
Afternoon: 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.

(3) Poster session

– Present your poster in Community Space, 1st floor of the venue by 9:30 a.m.
– The core time of the poster session is 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
– Present your poster to the audience in the core time.

３．Items about venue settings

(1) Reception

– The reception opens at 9:10 on the 2nd floor.
Please bring two business cards of yours. One is used for registration purpose and the other is for your name tag.

（2）Wifi access

‐Akita City public wifi is available at the conference venue. Please check the manual from the link below.：Akita City Wi-Fi Manual（）

（3）Lunch/ Coffee and sweets

‐Lunch and tea will be served. Lunch box will be offered from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 at the reception area (2nd floor).。
‐Coffee and sweets will be served at the 1st floor, community space, between 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.. Please note we only have one cup of coffee and one set of sweets per person.
‐The cost is included in the participation fee.

（4）Personal belongings and large-size items, luggage

‐Any valuable personal belongings should be kept by yourself.
‐We request all participants to leave your luggage at your hotel if possible.
‐A dedicated space to keep large size luggage in the 3rd floor, nearby A3-2 emergency exist and C stairs.

（5）Media

‐This event may be broadcasted locally in Akita. When asked, please cooperate for interviews.。

（6）Others

‐On the 1st floor, second-hand clothes are sold in the community space. When you are asked, please cooperate for questionnaires.

※ You can find more details in the program.

The 24th Spring Conference is just around the corner. We have received about 200 registrations and about 40 students, mostly the students of Akita International University, will support the conference.

All Conference Organising Committee members and student volunteers are very much looking forward to seeing you all in-person at the conference venue, Akita Cultural Creation Centre on June 10.

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Contact

The 24th Spring Conference Secretariat
Associate Professor. Shogo Kudo (Chair)
Akita International University

• jasid2023spring [at] (replace [at] with @)

The 34th Annual Conference website is now open!

Conference HP:

3. Conference format

– Following the 2023 Spring Conference in Akita, the 34th Annual Conference will be held face-to-face (not in a hybrid format).

– One of the parallel sessions will be held fully online. It will be possible to present a paper and/or participate from a distance.

– If you wish to participate in an online session at the conference site, you will need to bring your own computer or tablet and log in with your eduroam account.

4. Participation in the conference

– Registration to attend the conference is scheduled to start in early September.

– The conference registration fee can only be paid online by a credit card.

– Printed copies of the conference proceedings will not be distributed to attendees. Those who have paid a registration fee will have access to the Proceedings online in advance of the conference.

5. Schedule

• Proposal submission deadline: Saturday, August 5 (no late submission accepted)
• Notification of acceptance/rejection: Thursday, August 31
• Conference registration opens: Early September
• Presentation paper submission: End of September

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Contact

34th Annual Conference Executive Committee
Chairperson: Taro Komatsu (Sophia University)

• jasid2023fall [at] (replace [at] with @)

[JASID conference] 25th Spring Conference of the Japan Society for International Development: Announcement of the start of registration for presentations.

The 25th Spring Conference website is now open.

Conference HP:

We have started accepting presentation proposals.

As in previous years, we welcome proposals for three types of presentations: (1) oral presentations, (2) poster presentations, and (3) special sessions/roundtables. Please find below detailed information regarding each of these presentation types. The language of presentation should be either Japanese or English.

★Proposal submission period:
16 February (Fri) – 25 March 2024 (Mon)

(1) Oral presentation

A JASID member can propose and deliver an oral presentation, either individually or as part of a group. It is preferable for co-researchers, regardless of whether they are presenting, to be members of the Society.
Each presentation is allocated a duration of 20 minutes.

(2) Poster presentation

A JASID member can share research findings in a poster format, either individually or as part of a group. The presenter can interact with the audience in a more informal style compared to a formal oral presentation.

The poster will be displayed at a location and time designated by the conference organizer.

(3) Special session and round table

A JASID member can propose and organize a “special session” consisting of multiple presentations focused on a specific theme. It is required to propose one chairperson and two commentators for the session. Non-JASID members are allowed to present, provided they can offer significant contributions to the session. The duration of the session is two hours.

When submitting a proposal, the convenor is requested to submit an abstract for the session as well as abstracts for each individual presentation.

A JASID member can propose and organize a “roundtable” which is characterized by active discussion among presenters and attendees on a specific topic. Non-JASID members are welcome to present, provided they contribute valuable insights to the roundtable discussion. The duration for this session is also set for two hours. When submitting a proposal, the convenor is requested to submit an abstract of the proposed roundtable.

Submission of individual presentation abstracts is optional.

1. Proposal submission

All the relevant information regarding the proposal submission can be found on the conference’s homepage. If you are interested in presenting your paper at the conference, kindly review the details carefully and proceed with a submission.

　　　★Information about proposal submission:

The eligibility criteria for presenters vary depending on the presentation category. Please refer to the relevant information provided below (in Japanese).

Here is some information regarding the eligibility criteria for presenters.
Current Society members: As of 25 March, the last day of the presentation application period, the payment of the annual membership fee up to the year 2023 must be shown as “paid” in SMOOSY.
If you have not yet paid the membership fee, please apply after paying the membership fee from:

New members: Must have completed their membership application by 7th March 2024 (Thursday). The payment of annual membership fees for the year up to and including FY2023 must be shown as ‘paid’ in SMOOSY by March 25, the closing date of the presentation application period.
For more details, please visit

2. Where to submit your proposal

Proposals must be submitted online via the URL provided below.

You need to create an account to submit a proposal. If you presented a paper at the 2022, 2023 Annual Conference or the 2023 Spring Conference, you should already have an account. Please follow the instructions at the URL below to create your proposal or to access your account.

For submission, please use the same email address registered on your JASID My Page. The submission site is linked to the membership information on My Page. By using the same email address, you will not need to provide information such as your name and affiliation when you register.

If you prefer to choose an online presentation, please select “online presentation” during the submission process.

　　　★URL for proposal (abstract) submission:

3. Conference format

Following the 2023 Spring Conference in Akita and the 34th Annual Conference, the 25th Spring Conference is scheduled to be conducted in-person (not in a hybrid format).

Some of the parallel sessions will be held entirely online. We will accommodate remote participation in these sessions as much as possible and as necessary.

If you wish to participate in an online session at the conference site, you will be required to bring your own computer or tablet.

4. Participation in the conference

Registration to attend the conference is set to open in early April.

The conference registration fee can only be paid online using a credit card.

Printed copies of the conference proceedings will not be distributed to attendees. However, those who have registered and paid the fee will gain advance online access to the Proceedings before the conference.

5. Schedule

★Deadline for presentation applications: 25 March 2024 (Monday) (strictly enforced)
・Participation registration opens: Early April
・Notification of acceptance/rejection results: Late April
・Deadline for participation registration: 15 May 2024
・Deadline for submission of report papers: 22 May 2024

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Contact

Kumiko Sakamoto (Utsunomiya University),
Chair, The 25th JASID Spring Conference Organising Committee

Executive Directors:
Fujii Hiroshige (Associate Professor, School of International Studies, Utsunomiya University)
Iizuka Akiko (Associate Professor, Utsunomiya University International Exchange Center)

Executive Committee:
Arjon Sugit (Assistant Professor, School of International Studies, Utsunomiya University)

• jasid2024spring [at] (replace [at] with @)

In order to allow as many people as possible to participate in this event, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations, including accessible information for individuals with disabilities.

Our goal is to ensure wide participation, and we greatly appreciate your cooperation as presenters and attendees in facilitating these accommodations★.

Additionally, we have compiled details on infection prevention strategies and childcare facilities available during the event; please consult this information (also available on the conference website).

1. Reasonable accommodations

★Ensuring Information Accessibility in Presentation

We ask all presenters at this conference to cooperate in ensuring
information accessibility.

Please read the information at the link below and prepare presentation materials accordingly.

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Should you require specific accommodations to participate in the Spring
Conference, please confirm the following site and kindly inform the
Conference Executive Committee and JASID Reasonable Accommodation Working Group by 15 May.

A representative from the Reasonable Accommodation Working Group
(see page below) will then contact you directly.

• the Reasonable Accommodation Working Group HP (English)

2. Measures against infectious diseases, prevention of passive smoking, chemical sensitivity, etc.

This conference will primarily be in-person, excluding one session. The organizing committee is implementing the following measures to ensure a safe event. We ask for your cooperation in holding a safe and secure conference.

[For all participants]

As a preventive measure against infectious diseases, please check your body temperature and make sure you are feeling well before visiting. If you have a fever (37.5 degrees or higher) or feel unwell, experiencing symptoms, please refrain from coming to the venue, regardless of whether you are positive or negative for an infectious disease.

★Smoking is completely prohibited inside Utsunomiya University.
Please refrain from smoking to prevent passive smoking. Also, to prevent chemical sensitivity, please refrain from using artificial fragrances.

[For in-person presenters]

If you are unable to attend due to illness or any other circumstances that require you to be absent, please promptly notify the conference secretariat and the commentator/chair.

However, please note that if you are unable to attend for any reason, you will be absent. It is not possible to switch to online presentation. Additionally, video recorded presentations will not be accepted as it will not be possible to ask questions on the spot.

[For commentators]

If you are unable to attend due to illness, please update the event
secretariat and contact the chairperson. If you have prepared your comments in writing in advance, please send them to the chairperson. If only oral comments are scheduled, please make arrangements within the subcommittee, such as asking the chairperson to provide comments in your place.

[For Chairperson]

If you are unable to attend due to poor health, please send an email to the conference secretariat and make arrangements within the session, such as contacting the commentators and asking them to serve as moderators and facilitators.

On-Site Measures and Protocols:

In order to prevent infectious diseases and chemical sensitivity, the host has selected a room that is relatively spacious, easily ventilated, and relatively less chemical substances. Although it varies from person to person, we believe that a certain number of people with chemical
sensitivities can participate with some peace of mind. The venue will be regularly ventilated, and hand sanitizer will be available at the entrance. Wearing a mask is at individual discretion.

4. Regarding childcare and kids room usage

We would like to inform you of three ways to use the childcare and kids’
room on Saturday, 15 June.

a) On campus nursery use

On campus, you can use the Utsunomiya University Manabinomori Nursery School (), which is located within a 5-minute walk from the conference venue.

Children aged 0 to 6th grade are eligible. The usage fee is 5,000 to 6,000 JPY depending on age, of which 5,000 JPY will be subsidized by JASID*. Please check the details in the usage guide below and apply by Wednesday, 15 May.

Instructions for using the on-campus nursery school:
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b) Use of off-campus nursery school

For those who use an off-campus nursery school, the society will provide a subsidy of up to 5,000 JPY*.

Participants are responsible for applying for and contacting nursery schools on their own. If you would like receive subsidy from JASID, please apply by Wednesday, 15 May using the link below.

Participants will make a reservation at the nursery school where they will leave their child, receive a receipt from the nursery school on the day of the event, and submit it to the conference reception desk to receive a subsidy of up to 5,000 JPY.

Application for off-campus nursery school usage assistance:
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*Subsidy for on-campus and off-campus childcare in a and b above will be available to the first 10 people. The deadline is 15 May, but please apply early.

c) Kids room (rest area for children)

The tea room on the second floor of the University Hall, which is the
conference venue, will be open to the public as a kids’ room.

Although there are no childcare workers, users are free to use the facilities for napping, breastfeeding, etc. under their own responsibility. Each child must prepare their own nap mat, toys, etc.

There is no need to apply for this service in advance, and you can use it freely on the day.

5. Prayer Room

The Prayer Room is located on the 1st floor of Building 4, which is the
convention venue. There is no need to apply in advance, but since this is a unisex small room, you cannot use it if someone is already using it.

Keys will be handed out at the event reception, so please contact reception on the day of the event.

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Contact

International Development Society 25th Spring Conference Executive Committee
Executive Committee Chairperson: Kumiko Sakamoto (Utsunomiya University)

• Secretariat email address: jasid2024spring [at]
• Reasonable Accommodation Working Group email address: reasonable_accommodation [at]

In both cases, replace [at] with @.

Two methods of payment are available on “My Page”: credit card payment and online banking payment by bank check.

However, bank checks are only available in Japan and cannot accept money transfers from overseas.

For this reason, if you have selected bank check as your payment method when creating your invoice, please send money from overseas to JASID’s Japan Post Bank account, not to the bank check account number.

Please refer to the following page for instructions on how to send money to the Japan Post Bank account.

The Japan Society for International Development (JASID) wishes to promote vigorous research activities by members with diverse backgrounds and needs.

Based on this principle, we accept members to enter session rooms with children to make presentations or to participate in discussion, on condition that due efforts are made not to interfere with the progress of the session significantly.

In order to create an enabling environment for members raising children, at each of the spring or annual meetings, we will try our best to provide a room at the venue that can be used as a kids’ space – a rest area for the people with children to eat, breastfeed, change diapers, nap, and so on.

JASID and the respective host organizations will not be held responsible for any accidents that may occur in the kids’ space.

For detailed arrangements, please refer to the website of the specific conference of interest.

A subsidy system (up to 5,000 yen per JASID member per conference) is available for those who use private childcare services to attend the principle, members who wish to receive subsidies must apply in advance.

Interested members are required to report their will by marking the relevant checkbox in the online conference registration form.

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Conference Organization

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Realizing International Cooperation and Interactive Co-creation in Local
Context; Global & Glocal Human Resource Development

We are excited to announce the 25th Spring Conference of the Japan Society for International Development (JASID), scheduled to be held at Utsunomiya University in Tochigi Prefecture. The theme is “Realizing International Cooperation and Interactive Co-creation in Local Context Global & Glocal Human Resource Development.”

This event will focus on the practical aspects of international cooperation
and co-creation, with an emphasis on both global and local (glocal) human resource development. The outline for the conference is presented below:

• Date and time:
  Conference: Saturday, June 15, 2024, and
  Excursion: Sunday, June 16, 2024
• Location: Utsunomiya University Mine Campus, Ashio/ Utsunomiya.
• Method: Face-to-face (partially online)

At Utsunomiya University, we are practicing global and glocal human
resource development related to international cooperation and co-creation both domestically and internationally by organically utilizing education, research, and community contributions, and we will introduce some of these in the plenary.

Additionally, the conference will feature an excursion to the Ashio Copper
Mine in Tochigi Prefecture, historically significant as a site of
environmental impact. This location offers a unique opportunity to learn
about pollution management, an important aspect of Japan’s contribution to the field of international development. Participants are also invited to
experience the local culture and attractions, including Utsunomiya’s Light
Rail Transit (LRT) and the famous gyoza. You may want to combine your
sightseeing opportunities, such as visiting Nikko and Nasu in Tochigi
Prefecture,

(Proposed schedule)

• February 1st: Homepage scheduled to be released
• Mid February: Presentation applications scheduled to begin
  [Late February: Application deadline for society membership; for those who want to present. *]
• March 18th: Deadline for presentation applications
• Early April: Conference participation registration begins
• Late April: Notification of acceptance/rejection results
• May 15: Deadline for conference participation registration
• May　22: Deadline for submitting papers.

(Presentation application requirements)

1. Oral presentation/poster presentation (Japanese, English)

• Presenters must be a JASID member.
  membership application fee payment site:
• Up to 1 paper / 1 presentation per person (as first author)
• If you are not the first author and will not be presenting, you may
  submit two papers.
• Co-researchers and co-authors are preferably JASID members.
• Student members need a letter of recommendation from their supervisor when applying.
• The abstract should be prepared on one A4 page in Japanese (400-800
  characters) if the presentation is in Japanese, or in English (200-300
  words) if the presentation is in English.

* The presenter must be a member at the time of application and must not have unpaid membership fees. Please note that it takes two weeks for the Society to deliberate on the acceptance or rejection of a new membership application, so please complete your membership application at least two weeks before the application deadline.

* If you have not yet paid your membership fee, please complete the payment as soon as possible if you plan to give a presentation.

2. Special session/roundtable (Japanese, English)

• Both representatives must be members.
• Representatives must obtain prior approval from the moderator,
  commentator, reporter, and speaker.
• Non-members other than the representative may take the stage, but
  membership in the society is strongly recommended.
• Special session: In addition to the presentation summary of each
  presenter, the title of the entire project, purpose, moderator,
  commentator, reporter, etc. should be combined with the summary into one file, and the representative should apply.
• Roundtable: Similar to the planning session, the title, purpose, and
  speakers of the entire project are compiled into one file, and the
  representative applies.

(Presentation application)

• Application period: Mid February, 2024 to March 18th, 2024 (scheduled)
• How to apply: Tournament homepage (application page will be released soon)

*On our campus, we have the Utsunomiya University Manabinomori Nursery School, which offers daycare for children ranging from ages 0 to 6th grade. Further details regarding this service will be provided in due course.

JASID 25th Spring Conference Executive Committee

Executive Committee Chair:

• Sakamoto Kumiko (Professor, School of International Studies, Utsunomiya University)

Executive Directors:

• Fujii Hiroshige (Associate Professor, School of International Studies, Utsunomiya University)
• Iizuka Akiko (Associate Professor, Utsunomiya University International
  Exchange Center)

Executive Committee:

• Arjon Sugit (Assistant Professor, School of International Studies, Utsunomiya University)
• Shigeta Yasuhiro (Visiting Professor, School of International Studies,
  Utsunomiya University)
• Matsuo Masaki (Professor, School of International Studies, Utsunomiya
  University)
• Takahashi Wakana (Professor, School of International Studies, Utsunomiya University)
• Kurihara Shunsuke (Associate Professor, School of International Studies, Utsunomiya University)
• Maruyama Tsuyoshi (Professor, School of Education, Utsunomiya University)
• Omori Reiko (Professor, School of Regional Design, Utsunomiya University)

Student executive committee:

• Sagisaka Hiroe (Graduate School of International Studies, Utsunomiya University, doctor’s course)
• Kikuchi Kakeru (Graduate School of Regional Development and Creativity, Utsunomiya University, master’s course)
• Fukuhara Reona (Graduate School of Regional Development and Creativity, Utsunomiya University, master’s course)
• Frimpong Andrew Charles (Graduate School of Regional Development and Creativity, Utsunomiya University, doctor’s course)
• Polgahagedara Don Pubudu Sanjeewa (Graduate School of Regional Development and Creativity, Utsunomiya University, doctor’s course)

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Contact

JASID 25th Spring Conference Executive Committee

• jasid2024spring [at] (replace [at] with @)

SDGs Collaborative Research Unit, Institute for Future Initiatives, the University of Tokyo, will host an online symposium as a part of a research project on the impact of COVID-19 in seven African countries. We would be very appreciative if you could participate.

2nd Symposium on “Exploration of Practical Wisdom and Resilience Overcoming Downside Risk – Collecting grassroots voices in Africa under COVID-19.”

Outline

• Date: （Fri.）18:30-20:30 (JST)
• Venue: Online seminar (Zoom Webinar)
• Language: English (Simultaneous translation will be provided)
• Host：SDGs Collaborative Research Unit, Institute for Future Initiatives, the University of Tokyo
• Co-host: Japan Society for Afrasian Studies (JSAS)

Programme

• • Overview：Kazuyo HANAI, Project Assistant Professor, the University of Tokyo
  • Presentation 1：Christian S. OTCHIA, Associate Professor, Nagoya
    University “Beliefs and Shots: Understanding the Dynamics of Faith,
    Religion, and Misinformation in COVID-19 Vaccination Uptake in Ethiopia.”
  • Presentation 2：Wakiko OHIRA, Post-Doctoral Fellow, Harvard University “Examining Grassroots Perceptions of Government Interventions during the Covid-19 Pandemic in Uganda”
  • Presentation 3：Tomohiro HOSOI, PhD Student, the University of Tokyo “Middle-Class Experience of COVID-19 in South Africa”
  • Comments：Masaki INABA, Program Director for Global Health, Africa Japan Forum
  • Questions and Answers

Application

English Information and Registration about our symposium:
vent/12316/　（EN）

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Contact

SDGs Collaborative Research Unit,
Institute for Future Initiatives, the University of Tokyo

• sdgs [at] (replace [at] with @)

This conference will strive to accommodate a wide range of participants, including those with disabilities, by providing reasonable accommodations. We kindly request the cooperation of presenters in ensuring information accessibility.

Additionally, we have compiled information regarding infection control and the use of childcare facilities during the conference (the following information is also available on the conference website).

The complete program is scheduled to become available on Monday, October 2.

1. Reasonable accommodations

We ask all presenters at this conference to cooperate in ensuring information accessibility. Please read the information at the link below and prepare presentation materials accordingly.

★Ensuring Information Accessibility in Presentation

All conference attendees who need reasonable accommodations are encouraged to fill out the form below by October 10th (Tuesday).

★Application Form

2. Infection control measures

With the exception of the plenary and some individual presentation sessions, this conference will be held in-person. The conference organizing committee will implement the following infection control measures. We request your cooperation to ensure the safety of all conference participants.

[For all participants]

• Please check your health conditions before coming to the conference site. If you have a fever (above 37.5 degrees Celsius) or are feeling unwell, please refrain from attending in-person, regardless of whether you have tested positive or negative for infections.
• Plenary sessions will be conducted both in-person and online. Due to limitations related to the venues’ Wi-Fi availability and facilities, we cannot provide online access for the other sessions. We have set up a limited number of sessions exclusively online. If attending in-person is difficult for you, please participate in these sessions.

[For in-person presenters]

• If you are unable to attend in-person, please notify the conference secretariat (jasid2023fall@). You cannot switch to an online presentation. You cannot also present a video-recorded presentation since it does not allow for real-time Q&A.

[For commentators]

• If you are unable to attend due to health issues, please notify the conference secretariat and also inform the session chairperson. If you have prepared comments in writing in advance, please send them to the chairperson. If you have planned to provide oral comments only, please consult with the chairperson to find a solution, such as asking the chairperson to provide comments instead.

[For Chairperson]

• If you are unable to attend due to health issues, please notify the conference secretariat and consult with the session commentators to find a solution, such as asking a commentator to assume the role of a chair.

3. On-Site Measures

• Hand sanitizers will be available at various locations, and regular ventilation of lecture rooms will be conducted. Disinfectant for microphones in each classroom will also be provided.
• The decision to wear masks will be left to the discretion of individual attendees.
• The social gathering will not be buffet-style but will involve individually packaged servings.

4. Childcare Facilities Utilization

A daycare nursery room will be available for preschoolers at the conference site. Its per-hour cost will be JPY 500 for non-students and JPY 300 for students. Please read the details by clicking the link below and send the application by October 10th (Tuesday).

★Child Care Service

5. [Reminder] Submission of Report (Presentation) Papers

Those presenting in the general oral presentation and special session categories are required to submit their report papers by September 30th (Saturday). Please refer to the conference website which includes details regarding the submission procedure.

★Conference

6. Schedule

• Presentation paper submission deadline: Saturday, September 30th at 23:59
• Online program available: Monday, October 2
• Early bird conference registration deadline: Wednesday, October 11
• Payment for social gathering (simultaneously done with conference registration): Sunday, November 5
• Conference dates: November 11-12 (Saturday-Sunday)

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Contact

34th Annual Conference Organizing Committee
Chairperson: Taro Komatsu (Sophia University)

• Contact: jasid2023fall [at] (replace [at] with @)

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If you do not wish to make online payment from your “My Page” due to payment by your institution, please refer to the URL below and send the money to the Japan Post Bank account of JASID.

Note

• Please make sure that the name of the member or membership number can be recognized from the name of the payee and the remarks column.
• Please pay the bank transfer fee.
• If you wish to make a transfer to the Japan Post Bank account from a different name than the member’s name (e.g., affiliated institution), please contact the Secretariat to inform us of the expected date of payment.
• It takes about one week for the payment data to be reflected in the member’s page after the payment is made to Japan Post Bank (money transfer to Japan Post Bank is not immediately reflected in the member’s page).