This event was sponsored by Osaka University SSI, the Kansai SDGs Platform Academic Commons and co-sponsored by the Citizens Circle of the “Inochi Forum”, the World Bank, the IMF, and the ECFA.・This event will be held for the purpose of promoting understanding and increasing motivation among working adults.

This is a great opportunity to hear about initiatives related to SDGs + beyond along with stories from global actors such as the World Bank, International Monetary Fund (IMF), Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Overseas Consultants Association (ECFA), and NGOs. .

For those who want to be active in such a field in the future, there is also time for roundtable discussions and individual consultations, so you can take a step further.
We look forward to seeing you there.

Date and time :
Friday, February 2, 2024 (Reiwa 6) 14:00-19:00

Location :
Osaka University Nakanoshima Center Inochi Plaza

Target audience :
People who are interested in the SDGs and international cooperation and want to take concrete action (not only working adults, but also high school and university students are welcome.)

Participating organizations :
World Bank, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Asia-Pacific Regional Office, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Kansai NGO Council, Overseas Consultants Association (ECFA), Osaka University Social Solutions Initiative

Program details
◆ Part 1 Seminar
14:00-14:10 Initiatives of the “Inochi Forum”　
14:10-15:00 The current situation and issues surrounding the world, and the roles of each organization (World Bank, IMF, JICA, NGO, ECFA)　
15:00-15:10 (10 minutes) Break

◆Part 2: Group roundtable discussions and individual consultations
You can consult with interested groups in groups or individually.
For reference, please let us know your current desired time slot on the application form. If there are many applicants, the time may be shorter or the consultation may be in a group. Please note.

15:10-15:55 (45 minutes) Group discussion (maximum of 4 people per group)
15:55-16:10 (15 minutes) Break
16:10-16:50 (40 minutes) Individual consultation ①
16: 50-17:00 (10 minutes) Break
17:00-17:40 (40 minutes) Individual consultation ②
17:40-18:00 (20 minutes) Break
18:00-18:40 (40 minutes) Individual consultation ③
18:40-18:50 (10 minutes) Break
18:50-19:30 (40 minutes) Individual consultation ④　

◆Application
Please apply using this form.
https://forms.gle/XzGm3cmC4msLH3oy6

◆Deadline
January 31, 2024
*If the capacity of the venue is exceeded, you may be asked to participate online. Please note.

◆Management structure
Sponsored by: Inochi Forum Citizen Circle, World Bank, IMF, ECFA
Sponsored by: Osaka University Social Solutions Initiative, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Kansai SDGs Platform Academic Commons

◆Inquiries
(one company) Overseas Consultants Association (person in charge: Kono)
　E-mail: kono@ecfa.or.jp