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[7th Report] 25th JASID Spring Conference: Reasonable accommodations, Infection Prevention, Childcare Facilities, Prayer Room Availability, etc.

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...

Measures to support JASID members with children who plan to attend the spring and annual meetings

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...

JASID 25th Spring Conference: Announcement of the start of registration for presentations

[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: https://confit.atlas.jp/guide/event/jasid2024spring/static/greeting 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...

The 25th JASID Spring Conference

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...

若手による開発研究 [FY2021-]

Notice on the first Ideathon on development studies research for Development Studies by youth.

We will hold the event on March 16, Graduated School of International Development, Nagoya University.  The event is about conference presentation of their thesis or dissertation. Please check in detail as follows: Objective This event aims to provide opportunities for master and doctoral students to present their research related to international development studies. This event especially plans to let upcoming graduating master and doctoral students report the outcomes of their master thesis and dissertation....

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[RG24-2] ICT for Development (ICT4D)

Over recent years, the international development sector has witnessed a rise in ICT-related projects, including digital transformation (DX) and innovation. This trend, driven by a significant increase in cooperation between public and private sectors, has resulted in transformative social changes catalyzed by digital tools and an increase in ICT applications in varied sectors, such as business, education, and peacebuilding. However, challenges are also accumulating, including ethical issues related to AI, information management and censorship,...

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Online Symposium “Exploration of Practical Wisdom and Resilience Overcoming Downside Risk – Collecting grassroots voices in Africa under COVID-19.”Feb. 9(General Public)

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: 2024.2.09(Fri.)18:30-20:30 (JST) Venue: Online seminar (Zoom Webinar) Language: English (Simultaneous...

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JASID Kansai Branch “The 168th Study Session (Seminar)” Nov. 22

JASID Kansai Branch will host the following seminar. We welcome everyone to participate, and feel free to contact us for the Zoom link. Summary Date/Time: November 22, 2023, 14:00 to 16:00 Language: English Venue: Kobe University’s Graduate School of International Cooperation Studies (GSICS), 4th Floor Presentation Room & Zoom Topic 1: Recent Reforms in Teacher Development in Cambodia Speaker 1: Dr. Sam Sideth Dy, Secretary-General of the National Committee for Life-Long Learning/ Deputy Director-General...

[JASID conference] 34th JASID Annual Conference: Conference Program Booklet

We are just a week away from the annual conference. We look forward to welcoming everyone on campus. On the day of the conference, there is scheduled construction within the campus, and several events are expected to take place. It may cause some inconvenience due to the limited campus space, but we appreciate your understanding. We have created a conference program booklet. Please download and make use of it. Please also find some important...

The 34th JASID Annual Conference: Publication of Conference Proceedings [7th Announcement]

We are now less than three weeks away from the conference. So far, we have received registrations from over 320 individuals. We express our sincere gratitude to everyone who has registered. We are pleased to inform you that the conference proceedings are now available. Please also note other important updates. 1. Conference Proceedings – You can access the Conference Proceedings through the following link. Please use the same password as for accessing the individual...

The 34th JASID Annual Conference: Program release and participation in plenary session

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...

The 34th JASID Annual Conference: Notice regarding reasonable accommodations, infection control measures, and the use of childcare facilities [5th Announcement]

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...

The 34th JASID Annual Conference: Notice regarding conference registration [4th Announcement]

We would like to express our gratitude for the numerous presentation proposals. The conference program committee has reviewed and approved 72 general oral presentations, 7 special sessions, 18 roundtable discussions, and 21 poster presentations. 1. Conference program Please refer to the following URL for the current conference program. Program URL: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1I3bMclfOcLAWvAu-714J3gxWaou4Qizr/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=108085419611723901134&rtpof=true&sd=true 2. Conference registration * We are pleased to inform you that the conference registration site is now open. Please register for the conference...

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Participation in Conferences during the Recess

Answer During recesses, the member does not have the right to use the services as a member. For this reason, it is not possible to submit an application for a conference presentation or to participate in the conference as a presenter (nor to take part in organised sessions or round tables). However, it is possible to attend the conference as an auditor. In this case, please note that the participation fee is not the...

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Q: I am a full member but I become a graduate student.

Answer If you are a working adult enrolled in a graduate school, your membership status is Full Member, not Student Member. Full members who do not hold a full-time position are able to apply for reduced annual membership fee programme. Reference: Notice of Application for Dues Reduction for FY 2024 [D/L: 17th Sep.] If you do not have a job and are enrolled in a university, you can change your membership status to Student...

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Receipt of applications for recess in FY 2024 [D/L: 17th Sep.]

JASID has introduced a leave of absence system starting in FY 2023. This system allows full members and student members to take a leave of absence for up to four consecutive years. During the period of suspension, member services will be suspended, the sending of the journal and ML will cease, and applications and presentations at the conference will not be possible. In addition, the right to be elected and to vote in the...

The 34th JASID Annual Conference: Deadline reminder for presentation registration [3rd Announcement]

Regarding the 34th annual conference scheduled to be held at Sophia University on November 11-12, we would like to remind everyone that the deadline to submit a presentation proposal is August 5th (Saturday). We are eagerly awaiting your presentation submissions. ▼For more details, please refer to the following link (choose “English” at the right upper corner): https://confit.atlas.jp/guide/event/jasid2023annual/static/submission Contact 34th Annual Conference Executive Committee Chairperson: Taro Komatsu (Sophia University) jasid2023fall [at] gmail.com(replace [at] with @)

The 34th JASID Annual Conference: Announcement of the start of registration for presentations [2nd Announcement]

The 34th Annual Conference website is now open! Conference HP: https://confit.atlas.jp/guide/event/jasid2023annual/top?lang=en 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: 5 July (Wed) – 5 August (Sat), 2023 (1) Oral presentation...

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Kyoto Environment and Development Seminar #17 April 20 [for Members and Generals]

The Kyoto Environment and Development Seminar cordially invite you to join the hybrid seminar. Kyoto Environment and Development Seminar #19-20 Date & Time: May 25, 2023, Thursday, 15:00-18:15 (JST) Language: English Venue: Seminar Room E217 (GSA, Kyoto University) / Zoom Web Seminar Speaker: Takeshi Sakurai (University of Tokyo) and John Gibson (University of Waikato) Register in advance for this meeting: https://kyoto-u-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rduGtrTkoGt0W1uegmHccCJz7FR_cnegr After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the...

第24回春季大会(秋田)

Reminder: Conference Participation [8th Announcement]

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 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1x_kqZv-kErJiUxVGGFoBRG66ob-CoJV9/view?usp=sharing ‐ Time Table...

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Kyoto Environment and Development Seminar #17 April 20 [for Members and Generals]

The Kyoto Environment and Development Seminar cordially invite you to join the hybrid seminar. Kyoto Environment and Development Seminar #19-20 Date & Time: May 25, 2023, Thursday, 15:00-18:15 (JST) Language: English Venue: Seminar Room E217 (GSA, Kyoto University) / Zoom Web Seminar Speaker: Takeshi Sakurai (University of Tokyo) and John Gibson (University of Waikato) Register in advance for this meeting: https://kyoto-u-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rduGtrTkoGt0W1uegmHccCJz7FR_cnegr After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the...

第24回春季大会(秋田)

Reminder: The 24th JASID Spring Conference Registration [7th Announcement]

The 24th JASID Spring Conference Organizing Committee is pleased to share some updates about the conference registration and program. 1. Conference Registration Deadline for pre-registration extended The deadline for pre-registration (discounted rate) originally set today , April 29 (Sat) is now extended to 【May 6 (Sat)】. Those who have received the notification of acceptance, please utilise this opportunity to register to the conference with a discounted price. (i) Pre-registration by May 6 (Sat), (ii)...

第24回春季大会(秋田)

The 24th JASID Spring Conference (Akita International University)

We received many applications for this conference. All of the applications were reviewed by the Conference Organization Committee as well as JASID Conference Organisation team on April 1. The screening results were sent to the applicants. Sessions on industry, education, migrants and refugees, environment, culture and development, international cooperation, health and welfare will be held at the 24th JASID Spring Conference: 3 organized sessions, 5 roundtable sessions, 11 oral presentation sessions, together with a...

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“Seminar on Land Tenure, Inheritance, and Gender in Middle East” May23 [for Members and Generals]

Institute of Islamic Area Studies at Sophia University invites Myriam Ababsa (associate researcher at the French Institute for the Near-East (IFPO)), and hold a research seminar on the property, inheritance and gender in Jordan with Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (A) “Research Project on Islam and Gender: Towards a Comprehensive Discussion” (Principal Investigator: Eiji Nagasawa) and Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (B) “Maslaha as practiced in Muslim societies: A comparative study with a special focus on...

第24回春季大会(秋田)

[Important] Final Reminder for Application of the 24th

The 24th JASID Spring Conference Organizing Committee would like to inform you that there is 1-day left until the deadline. 1. Conference main website Please check the website below to explore the call for abstracts and types of application forms. We will update all information related to the conference at this main website. https://confit.atlas.jp/guide/event/jasid2023spring/top 2. Applications for presentations We are accepting applications for Oral Presentations, Poster, Panel and Roundtable Sessions. Please download required application...

第24回春季大会(秋田)

Reminder: Application of the 24th JASID Spring Conference (Deadline: March 18th, 2023) [5th Announcement]

The 24th JASID Spring Conference Organizing Committee would like to inform you that there is 5 days left until the deadline. 1.Conference main website Please check the website below to explore the call for abstracts and types of application forms. We will update all information related to the conference at this main website. https://confit.atlas.jp/guide/event/jasid2023spring/top 2.Applications for presentations We are accepting applications for Oral Presentations, Poster, Panel and Roundtable Sessions. Please download required application forms...

第24回春季大会(秋田)

Application Forms of the 24th JASID Spring Conference [4th Announcement]

The 24th JASID Spring Conference Organizing Committee is pleased to inform you that the main conference website is now available. We appologise for the delay in sharing this website with you. Please see the details of the website as well as the application processes. 1.Conference main website Please check the website below to explore the call for abstracts and types of application forms. We will update all information related to the conference at this...

Application Forms of the 24th JASID Spring Conference [2nd Announcement]

The JASID Conference Organizing Committee is delighted to update you with news of the 24th Spring Conference, Call for Applications. 1.Conference website Please check the website below to explore the call for abstracts and types of application forms. https://conference.jasid.org/ 2.Submission We will be welcoming submissions for Oral Presentations, Poster, Panel and Roundtable Sessions. Please download required application forms from the website. ‐ Application Forms: https://conference.jasid.org/spring-conference/sp24th/akita/ * Please see our abstract submission and guidance page...

The 24th Spring Conference of JASID, Call for Applications [1st Announcement]

The JASID Conference Organizing Committee cordially invites all members to the 24th Spring Conference to be held at Akita International University on June 10, 2023. The theme of the conference is “Role of Intergenerational Ties in Sustainability: What to Sustain, What to Update, and What to Pass Across Generations?”. We welcome a wide range of presentations based on your research results. We also welcome applications for panel and roundtable sessions that are related to...

社会課題解決のための開発とイノベーション [FY2022-]

Activity Report of the Research Group: ”Innovation and Development for Solving Social Problems” 

Activity Report in the FY 2022 (Oct. 2021-Sept. 2022) IDSSP (Innovation and Development for Solving Social Problems) was launched in January 2022 after its establishment was approved in the 32nd Annual Conference of JASID in Nov. 2021. This research group was created to provide a platform for researchers in the field of international development to exchange ideas and share knowledge on the process of solving social issues, which are commonly observed in the World,...

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