We regularly carry out various activities in cooperation with the local community and schools, focusing on projects that create places where foreigners can gather with peace of mind and promote empowerment, as well as human resource development that promotes a multicultural society.
Children's Support Project "Sun Place" Volunteer Recruitment
とよなか国際交流協会では、日曜日の13:00～15:00に外国にルーツをもつ子どもたち（小学生～高校生）の居場所づくり「サンプレイス」を開催しています。サンプレイスには活動時間中の決められたプログラムはなく、来てくれた子どもたちのやりたいことを聴き、尊重する居場所です。大学生ボランティアとおしゃべりをしたり、ゲームやダンス、学校の宿題をしながら、安心して過ごせる場所と関係づくりを大切にしています。また、子どもたちの中には日本語が母語の子ども、日本語を学習している過程にある子どもも多くいます。ですので、サンプレイスのボランティア活動において外国語が話せるかどうかは必ずしも必要な条件ではありません。子どもたちがのびのびと過ごし、つながることができる場を、一緒に作っていきませんか？活動に興味のある方は気軽にお問合せください。ご参加お待ちしています！日時：日曜日（第一日曜日を除く）午後1時から3時まで活動後に30分ほどボランティアで振り返りミーティングをします。場所：とよなか国際交流センター （大阪府豊中市玉井町1-1-1 「エトレ豊中」6階）対象：大学生・大学院生で、1年間以上継続的に参加できる方謝金：交通費1日500円まで支給問合せ先：（公財）とよなか国際交流協会※ボランティア希望の方は ご連絡ください。
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Coordinator wanted for project to support young people with foreign roots
The Toyonaka International Association's youth support program is holding a "Wakamono no tamarigama" (Young People's Gathering Place) to create a place where young people with foreign roots can have various experiences and build connections with others. Starting in July 2025, the frequency of events will be increased from once a month to four times a month, with the aim of creating a place where young people can further connect with each other and thrive in society. We are looking for coordinators who can help support young people with foreign roots so that they can live in peace and security without being isolated in this society.
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[Number of participants] 2 people (any age)
【Qualification requirements】
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・Those who can actively engage with young people with foreign roots.
- Someone who can communicate sincerely with participants according to their personalities and ages.
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・Ability to communicate in languages other than Japanese.
・Those who want to learn about the social issues and backgrounds of young people with foreign roots.
- Someone who has a welfare perspective and can carefully build relationships with participants.
[Location] Toyonaka International Center
560-0026-1-1 Tamaicho, Toyonaka City, 1-601
(Directly connected to Hankyu Toyonaka Station, 6th floor of Etre Toyonaka)
[Working hours] Every Sunday 12:30-16:30 (including meetings before and after activities)
[Contents] Managing the space, implementing programs and responding to users.
・Cooking activities (menu selection, shopping) and dinner parties
・Games and sports such as UNO, The Game of Life, and billiards
・Manufacturing and creative activities
・Opening and participating in events, etc.
Other activities participants would like to do
[Remuneration] 1,500 yen/hour (transportation expenses not included)
[How to apply] Fill out your resume and mail it to Toyonaka International Association.
Please submit your application by April 4th.
[Selection flow]
▼ Document screening (send resume by the end of April)
▼Online interview or on-site interview (during May)
▼ Preparation for handover and new system (during June, start date to be discussed)
▼Start of activities under new system (July onwards)
[Contact information for submitting resumes and inquiries] 560-0026-1-1 Tamai-cho, Toyonaka City, 1-601
Toyonaka International Association (Public Interest Foundation)
TEL: 06-6843-4343 E-mail:atoms@a.zaq.jp
Person in charge: Miki
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Japanese Language Exchange Volunteer Training Course Participants Wanted
One of the association's core activities, "Japanese Language Exchange Activities," provides a place for foreign residents to learn Japanese, while placing emphasis on all participants meeting, getting to know each other, and building rich human relationships. In this course, you will learn about the perspectives and concepts of Japanese language exchange activities required to promote the creation of communities where diverse people can live safely and securely.
Recruiting volunteers for multicultural childcare “Niko Niko”
The multicultural childcare center "Niko Niko" is a support program for infants and young children with foreign roots, and operates every Thursday and Friday.
We are looking for people to get involved in our activities on Thursdays (13:30-15:00) and Fridays (10:30-12:00)!
Qualifications: In principle, applicants must be qualified as a nursery school teacher or kindergarten teacher (However, if you are interested in participating in our activities but do not have the qualifications, please feel free to contact us.)
If you love children or would like to try volunteering, we look forward to seeing you!
[Inquiries] Tel: 06-6843-4343
Multicultural Childrearing Support Volunteer Training Course Participants Wanted
Toyonaka City is running "Oyako", a space for foreign mothers to gather and "Niko Niko", a childcare program for children with foreign roots, for foreign parents and children living in the area.
In this course, you will learn about the perspective needed by supporters and about the Toyonaka International Association, the organization that organizes these activities. You will also learn about the current situation faced by foreigners who are anxious and worried about living in Japan due to differences in language, culture, and systems. You will also consider what you can do to help create a community where everyone can live with their children in safety.
*Applications for 2024 have now closed.
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Host Family Volunteer Registration Information Session
This is a home visit program where you can interact with international students living in student dormitories for a certain period of time. As a rule, it does not include homestay (lodging in a family home). Local residents become host families for international students, and the program provides an opportunity for them to deepen their understanding through friendly interactions. The entire family interacts with the international students by inviting them to their homes and going out together. Interactions can generally be conducted in Japanese. You can decide to register after the information session, so if you are interested, please apply and come along. *It has not yet been decided whether to hold the program in 2025.
