Shanti Executive Director Eri Yamamoto Appointed Co-Chairperson of Japan Platform
Eri Yamamoto, Executive Director of Shanti Volunteer Association (SVA), was appointed Co-Chairperson of the Japan Platform (JPF) on May 25, 2026. She joins Keiji Nishizawa of Keidanren in a dual leadership role to strengthen Japan's international humanitarian aid.
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Shanti Volunteer Association (SVA), based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, announced that its Executive Director, Eri Yamamoto, was appointed Co-Chairperson of the Japan Platform (JPF) on May 25, 2026.
Under the new leadership structure, Ms. Yamamoto will work alongside Mr. Keiji Nishizawa, Chairman of the Keidanren Committee on Corporate Behavior & SDGs.
■ Comment from Eri Yamamoto
"Shanti has long collaborated with JPF in emergency humanitarian aid, standing by those in need. In today's complex global environment, it is increasingly important to deepen cooperation with a wide network of diverse actors to sustain our support. During my term, I intend to cherish these connections and continue building bonds with other countries through support from Japan."
■ About Japan Platform (JPF)
Japan Platform is a certified NPO established in 2000 as a partnership between NGOs, the business community, and the government to provide emergency humanitarian assistance. It serves as a platform for collaboration, delivering swift and effective aid to victims of natural disasters and conflict worldwide.
【Key Achievements】
- Supported by over 6,000 companies, 100,000 individual donors, and ODA funds over 25 years.
- Implemented over 2,400 projects in 65+ countries and regions, totaling 96.7 billion yen.
- Average of over 2 million beneficiaries annually since FY2017.
- Professional hub supporting over 45 member NGOs.
Under the new leadership structure, Ms. Yamamoto will work alongside Mr. Keiji Nishizawa, Chairman of the Keidanren Committee on Corporate Behavior & SDGs.
■ Comment from Eri Yamamoto
"Shanti has long collaborated with JPF in emergency humanitarian aid, standing by those in need. In today's complex global environment, it is increasingly important to deepen cooperation with a wide network of diverse actors to sustain our support. During my term, I intend to cherish these connections and continue building bonds with other countries through support from Japan."
■ About Japan Platform (JPF)
Japan Platform is a certified NPO established in 2000 as a partnership between NGOs, the business community, and the government to provide emergency humanitarian assistance. It serves as a platform for collaboration, delivering swift and effective aid to victims of natural disasters and conflict worldwide.
【Key Achievements】
- Supported by over 6,000 companies, 100,000 individual donors, and ODA funds over 25 years.
- Implemented over 2,400 projects in 65+ countries and regions, totaling 96.7 billion yen.
- Average of over 2 million beneficiaries annually since FY2017.
- Professional hub supporting over 45 member NGOs.
FAQ
山本英里氏が就任した役職は何ですか？
国際NGOジャパン・プラットフォーム（JPF）の共同代表理事です。
共同代表理事の新体制はどのようになっていますか？
シャンティ事務局長の山本英里氏と、経団連の西澤敬二氏（企業行動・SDGs委員会委員長）による共同代表体制です。
就任日はいつですか？
2026年5月25日です。
ジャパン・プラットフォーム（JPF）とはどのような組織ですか？
NGO、経済界、政府のパートナーシップにより2000年に設立された、日本の緊急人道支援の仕組みです。
JPFのこれまでの活動実績はどのくらいですか？
25年間で65以上の国と地域において、総額967億円、2,400以上の支援事業を展開しています。