Kitahama Salon: CSO Pitch & Networking Event for Solving Social Issues
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- Kitahama Salon: CSO Pitch & Networking Event for Solving Social Issues
- Osaka NPO Center will host Kitahama Salon on June 18, 2026, at Osaka Shoko Shinkin Bank. The free event features pitches by five CSOs solving employment and disability support issues to promote collaboration.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 5, 2026
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Osaka NPO Center will host Kitahama Salon on June 18, 2026, at Osaka Shoko Shinkin Bank. The free event features pitches by five CSOs solving employment and disability support issues to promote collaboration.
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- Kitahama Salon: CSO Pitch & Networking Event for Solving Social Issues (June 5, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- June 5, 2026
Osaka NPO Center will host Kitahama Salon on June 18, 2026, at Osaka Shoko Shinkin Bank. The free event features pitches by five CSOs solving employment and disability support issues to promote collaboration.
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To turn the desire to address social issues into action, Osaka NPO Center is launching 'Kitahama Salon,' a monthly event series starting June 18, 2026. The theme for the first event is 'Solving Social Issues in the Field of Employment and Disability Support.' Five guest speakers from CSOs and social businesses will share their experiences and challenges. Speakers include Shunsuke Shimura (Lean on Me), Mao Narita (WELgee), Saki Nishikawa (mogmog engine), Kyoko Ogasawara (Grandeur), and Ryo Shioyama (HELLOlife). Held at the Osaka Shoko Shinkin Bank Hall from 14:00 to 16:30, the event is free and open to anyone interested in social innovation and networking. It will feature CSO pitches, coordinator Q&A, and free exchange sessions. Osaka NPO Center, established in 1996, supports individuals and organizations striving for social change through various initiatives including corporate support, startup incubation, and the CSO Forum.
FAQ
When will the 'Kitahama Salon' event be held?
It will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 14:00 to 16:30 JST.
Where is the venue for the event?
It is at the Shoko Shinkin Hall on the 2nd floor of Osaka Shoko Shinkin Bank (2-2-8 Honmachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka).
How much is the participation fee for the event?
The participation fee is free, and anyone can participate or leave mid-session.
What is the theme and who are the speakers?
The theme is 'Solving Social Issues in Employment and Disability Support,' and the speakers are Shunsuke Shimura, Mao Narita, Saki Nishikawa, Kyoko Ogasawara, and Ryo Shioyama.
How can I apply for this event?
You can apply via the Google Form at https://forms.gle/vQpynbXMnBNjVf6M6.