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1st Conference (9-16 Sep 2016) Theme: ‘Poverty in the UK and Japan’
UK x JP 2017 – ‘How do we want to shape our future?’
The UK, although is now leaving, has long been a part of the EU and has been a pursuer of cosmopolitanism, while Japan continues to treat ‘immigration’ and ‘nationality’ with caution.
Analysing historical and cultural backgrounds, domestic issues and circumstances, a discussion will be held on how these two nations would address the future of human migration.
Application for UK x JP 2017 is now live! Find applications details here.
What it will involve
Below are the 8 elements we consider to be the core experience of the conference.
Prior learning
We will divide participants into presentation groups of ~5 to research on a topic related to their country.
Lectures
We will have specialists as guest speakers as a way of input that would spark thoughts and discussion.
Seminars
We will discuss thoughts mentioned in the lectures, and share thoughts on its potential / improvements.
Fieldwork
Meet people / social sectors trying to improve the situation. Hear their experiences first-hand.
Presentation
We will uncover alternate approaches towards the conference’s theme, and develop presentation skills.
Discussion
Share thoughts on the presentations, and deepen understanding of topics researched by other groups.
Cultural exchange
This is a unique opportunity where students living in Japan can share their own culture and experiences.
Report
We summarise our discussion in a report in order to publish our activities and to better future conferences.
Details of the conference
| General Information | |
| Theme | How do we want to shape our future? – internationalism, isolationism, immigration |
| Date | 6th – 14th September 2017 |
| Application closing date | 31st April 2017 |
| Itinerary (temporary) |  |
| Location | Tokyo, Japan |
| Venue | National Olympics Memorial Youth Centre |
| Cost | 20 GBP for British participants, covering accommodation and participation fee. *Participants are requested to arrange their flights. |
| 日本人参加者の参加費は宿泊込で約5万円です。 | |
| Participation | |
| Target | Undergraduates and Masters enrolled in a Japanese / British university. |
| Number | Around 12 delegates from each country + organisers |