Reaching Zero-Dose Children Representative Proposes ODA Disbursement Transparency to Address 'Why Provide Overseas Aid' Question
Aoi Katagiri, representative of Reaching Zero-Dose Children, has proposed policy reforms to the government to ensure transparency and accountability in ODA disbursements.
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Aoi Katagiri, representative of Reaching Zero-Dose Children, spoke at the Policy Pitch held at the Todofuken Kaikan on Monday, April 27.
As questions arise in many countries regarding why overseas aid should be prioritized when domestic issues abound, international health governance faces an unprecedented crisis. Katagiri argues that Japan must demonstrate leadership in rebuilding multilateral cooperation and has compiled specific recommendations.
A lack of sufficient information provided to the public regarding the funding sources and sustainability of ODA is a major cause of skepticism and misunderstanding. To address this, the organization demands the creation and publication of reports in two stages: before and after disbursement.
Regarding pre-disbursement, they request the calculation and clear declaration of the benefits (e.g., economic effects from pandemic avoidance, additional orders for Japanese companies) and the potential losses for Japan if the aid is not provided (e.g., economic losses from pandemics). Furthermore, they request disclosures on the international aid requests, Japan’s burden ratio, comparisons with other donor nations, past performance indicators, and the positioning within the national budget.
Regarding post-disbursement, they propose setting objective, verifiable KPIs prioritizing improvements in beneficiary nations, such as the number of technology transfers, local job creation, and human resource development. They also advocate for requesting that international organization secretariats produce 'Japan Contribution Outcome Reports,' summarizing the use of funds, results, and participation of Japanese companies.
During the session, audience members posed practical questions regarding the policies youth generations support and whether examples of pre- and post-disbursement evaluations exist in other countries, leading to a productive discussion.
About Reaching Zero-Dose Children
Reaching Zero-Dose Children is a youth-led organization tackling the issue of 'zero-dose' children—those who have never received a single vaccine. Through vaccine equity, international health initiatives, health communication, policy advocacy, and educational activities, the group aims to deliver life-saving vaccines to every child. Moving forward, they remain committed to achieving more equitable access to immunization by valuing local voices, fostering youth participation, and promoting international collaboration.
As questions arise in many countries regarding why overseas aid should be prioritized when domestic issues abound, international health governance faces an unprecedented crisis. Katagiri argues that Japan must demonstrate leadership in rebuilding multilateral cooperation and has compiled specific recommendations.
A lack of sufficient information provided to the public regarding the funding sources and sustainability of ODA is a major cause of skepticism and misunderstanding. To address this, the organization demands the creation and publication of reports in two stages: before and after disbursement.
Regarding pre-disbursement, they request the calculation and clear declaration of the benefits (e.g., economic effects from pandemic avoidance, additional orders for Japanese companies) and the potential losses for Japan if the aid is not provided (e.g., economic losses from pandemics). Furthermore, they request disclosures on the international aid requests, Japan’s burden ratio, comparisons with other donor nations, past performance indicators, and the positioning within the national budget.
Regarding post-disbursement, they propose setting objective, verifiable KPIs prioritizing improvements in beneficiary nations, such as the number of technology transfers, local job creation, and human resource development. They also advocate for requesting that international organization secretariats produce 'Japan Contribution Outcome Reports,' summarizing the use of funds, results, and participation of Japanese companies.
During the session, audience members posed practical questions regarding the policies youth generations support and whether examples of pre- and post-disbursement evaluations exist in other countries, leading to a productive discussion.
About Reaching Zero-Dose Children
Reaching Zero-Dose Children is a youth-led organization tackling the issue of 'zero-dose' children—those who have never received a single vaccine. Through vaccine equity, international health initiatives, health communication, policy advocacy, and educational activities, the group aims to deliver life-saving vaccines to every child. Moving forward, they remain committed to achieving more equitable access to immunization by valuing local voices, fostering youth participation, and promoting international collaboration.
FAQ
Reaching Zero-Dose Childrenが行った提言の主な内容は？
ODA拠出に対する疑問解消のため、拠出前の利益・損失試算と拠出後のKPI（技術移転件数、雇用創出数など）設定および成果報告書の作成を政府に求めています。
なぜODA拠出の可視化が重要とされているのですか？
国内課題が山積する中でODA拠出への疑問や誤解が生じており、財源と持続可能性に関する国民への情報提供が不足しているためです。
一般社団法人Reaching Zero-Dose Childrenの主な活動目的は？
ワクチンを一度も接種できていない「ゼロドース児」の課題に取り組み、公平な予防接種アクセスと命を守るワクチンの提供を目指しています。
ODA拠出前後の報告においてどのような項目を求めていますか？
拠出前には経済効果や他国との比較、拠出後には技術移転実績や日本企業の参画実績など、客観的で検証可能な指標の明示を求めています。
Reaching Zero-Dose Childrenの拠点はどこですか？
東京都中央区日本橋茅場町2-8-1です。