[7/30, 8/29] "Disaster and Education: Transmission Practice Exchange Meeting 2026" to be held consecutively to discuss educational practices for facing disasters beyond the framework of disaster prevention.

The Public Interest Incorporated Association 3.11 Memorial Network will hold "Disaster and Education: Transmission Practice Exchange Meeting 2026" on July 30, 2026 (Thu) online and on August 29, 2026 (Sat) with a hybrid format of in-person and online participation in Sendai. The event, themed "The Possibilities of Education for Facing Disasters ~Beyond the Perspective of Disaster Prevention~," aims to share educational practices in schools and examples of disaster transmission originating from the Great East Japan Earthquake. Details here: https://311mn.org/info93

*This is a consecutive program assuming participation on both days, but participation on either day is also possible.

Intent of Holding "The Possibilities of Education for Facing Disasters ~Beyond the Perspective of Disaster Prevention~"

So-called "disaster prevention education" tends to focus on practical knowledge for disaster response, such as evacuation drills and shelter management. However, in the field of disaster transmission, discussions revolve around the significance of sharing universal values gained from confronting disasters, exploring ways of life through direct engagement with life, dignity, and human rights, and fostering critical thinking.

We believe that confirming and sharing these significances is what transforms "disaster prevention education" into true "education" in the classroom, and that this, in turn, becomes a driving force for disaster transmission. Focusing on "the possibilities of education for facing disasters," we will hold discussions based on reports from current teachers engaged in practical activities from a perspective that goes beyond disaster prevention, and from former teachers who practiced reconstruction education to explore the dreams of their communities after the earthquake.

Participation Fee and Capacity

* Free * Online participation (both July 30 & August 29): No capacity limit * In-person participation (August 29 only): 60 people (first-come, first-served)

How to Apply

Please apply through Google Forms.

https://forms.gle/Etqf9v8J9mSSSxDU9

After applying, participants joining online will receive a Zoom meeting URL.

Organizer and Inquiries

Public Interest Incorporated Association 3.11 Memorial Network

5-1-1 Kadowaki-cho, Ishinomaki City, Miyagi Prefecture 986-0834

Phone: 0225-98-3691 Email: info@311mn.org