{"id":3389,"date":"2026-11-11T14:32:12","date_gmt":"2026-11-11T05:32:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/plaza.umin.ac.jp\/~empower\/eref\/?p=3389"},"modified":"2026-11-11T14:32:14","modified_gmt":"2026-11-11T05:32:14","slug":"2026cafe_en","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/plaza.umin.ac.jp\/~empower\/eref\/en\/2026\/11\/11\/2026cafe_en\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Mirai Empowerment Caf\u00e9 and Childcare Empowerment Workshop: Upcoming Events"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We are pleased to announce the upcoming Mirai Empowerment Caf\u00e9 and Childcare Empowerment Workshop events for 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. The 2nd Mirai Empowerment Workshop (Childcare Empowerment Training)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Theme: Understanding Children’s Development Transforms Childcare and Supports Children’s Growth<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Learning from Practical Cases Using Empowerment Support Tools: Advanced Session<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Time: 13:00\u201315:30 (JST)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Format: Online via Zoom<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Participation Fee: Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Registration: https:\/\/forms.gle\/PWaZ9VjyZwxrX3xM7<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This workshop provides an opportunity to explore practical applications of empowerment support tools through real-world case studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Building on developmental assessment, the advanced session introduces approaches to understanding children’s developmental needs, parenting environments, social skills, and childcare and educational environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Participants will learn how to apply evidence-based tools to better understand children’s strengths and challenges and develop appropriate support strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Professionals in childcare, education, welfare, healthcare, and psychology are welcome to participate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. The 3rd Mirai Empowerment Caf\u00e9 2026<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Theme: Nature and Empowerment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Human and Planetary Well-being Through Soil and Watersheds: Practicing Planetary Health in Communities<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Date: Monday, November 16, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Time: 18:00\u201319:30 (JST)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Speaker: Dr. Risa Kirimura (Representative Director of tenrai Co., Ltd.; Physician and Occupational Health Physician)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Format: Hybrid (On-site and Zoom)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Venue: Room 4403, 4th Floor, Building 4, Ariake Campus, Musashino University<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Participation Fee: Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Registration: https:\/\/forms.gle\/Ey6M8DwFkpC1z8Kk9<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      This session explores how connections with soil, microorganisms, food, and the natural environment can contribute to healthier communities and the well-being of both people and the planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Participants from childcare, education, healthcare, welfare, public administration, and community development are welcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      An Autumn Open Garden event is also scheduled from 16:00 to 17:00.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Mirai Empowerment Caf\u00e9: Upcoming Schedule for the 2026 Academic Year<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        The Mirai Empowerment Caf\u00e9 is a science caf\u00e9 that brings together practitioners, researchers, and community members to exchange knowledge and explore opportunities for empowerment and well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Upcoming Sessions<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        November 16, 2026 (Monday)
        Dr. Risa Kirimura
        Nature and Empowerment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        December 11, 2026 (Friday)
        Dr. Shoji Nakayama
        Nature-Based Activities and Empowerment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        January 22, 2027 (Friday)
        Mr. Akinori Kasuya
        Creating Communities Where People and Local Communities Grow Together Through Empowerment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Participation is free, and everyone is welcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        We look forward to your participation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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