DNP and UNHCR Hold Opinion Exchange Meeting on Medium- to Long-Term Refugee Support
On April 22, 2026, Dai Nippon Printing (DNP) held a meeting with UNHCR's Dominique Hyde to discuss refugee support. They focused on self-reliance initiatives and employee engagement, complementing DNP's ongoing five-year donation program.
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On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. (DNP) welcomed Dominique Hyde, Director of External Relations at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), and others for an exchange of opinions on refugee support. This annual exchange has been held since 2023, and this marks Ms. Hyde's second visit since April 2024. This year's meeting focused on initiatives for mid-to-long-term solutions rather than just emergency relief.
DNP recognizes the 'respect for human rights' as a corporate responsibility. As part of this commitment, the company has been donating 10 million yen annually since 2022 for five years (expected total of 50 million yen) to UNHCR through the Japan Association for UNHCR.
[Main Topics of the Exchange]
■ Initiatives Emphasizing Mid-to-Long-Term Problem Solving
Ms. Hyde noted that while some refugees are returning, the total number of refugees continues to increase, making the issue more complex. She stressed the importance of addressing mid-to-long-term solutions alongside emergency relief. Under the new High Commissioner, UNHCR's key theme is 'changing the situation where refugees rely on aid for long periods,' sharing the importance of support that enables refugees to live independently as members of society (self-reliance support).
DNP similarly views refugee issues as a long-term social challenge rather than a transient theme. They discussed the significance of 'continuous donations without restricted use' toward achieving this goal.
■ Key Aspects of Corporate Support Activities
DNP conducts various social contribution activities aimed at realizing a society where everyone can live independently, giving back technologies, knowledge, and experience cultivated through its core business. In addition to articulating this corporate stance, they discussed potential future collaborations.
DNP is also creating opportunities for each employee to consider social issues as personal matters. This includes information dissemination via internal media and charity-linked menus in the company cafeteria. UNHCR highly praised DNP's approach, stating that the fact that employees continue to learn and think about global situations is a crucial element for long-term solutions.
DNP will continue to address refugee issues in partnership with UNHCR and other organizations to realize a society where everyone can live independently.
DNP recognizes the 'respect for human rights' as a corporate responsibility. As part of this commitment, the company has been donating 10 million yen annually since 2022 for five years (expected total of 50 million yen) to UNHCR through the Japan Association for UNHCR.
[Main Topics of the Exchange]
■ Initiatives Emphasizing Mid-to-Long-Term Problem Solving
Ms. Hyde noted that while some refugees are returning, the total number of refugees continues to increase, making the issue more complex. She stressed the importance of addressing mid-to-long-term solutions alongside emergency relief. Under the new High Commissioner, UNHCR's key theme is 'changing the situation where refugees rely on aid for long periods,' sharing the importance of support that enables refugees to live independently as members of society (self-reliance support).
DNP similarly views refugee issues as a long-term social challenge rather than a transient theme. They discussed the significance of 'continuous donations without restricted use' toward achieving this goal.
■ Key Aspects of Corporate Support Activities
DNP conducts various social contribution activities aimed at realizing a society where everyone can live independently, giving back technologies, knowledge, and experience cultivated through its core business. In addition to articulating this corporate stance, they discussed potential future collaborations.
DNP is also creating opportunities for each employee to consider social issues as personal matters. This includes information dissemination via internal media and charity-linked menus in the company cafeteria. UNHCR highly praised DNP's approach, stating that the fact that employees continue to learn and think about global situations is a crucial element for long-term solutions.
DNP will continue to address refugee issues in partnership with UNHCR and other organizations to realize a society where everyone can live independently.
FAQ
DNPとUNHCRの意見交換会の目的は何ですか？
緊急支援だけでなく、難民が社会の一員として自立して生活できるようにするための「中長期的な課題解決」に向けた取り組みについて議論することを目的としています。
DNPはUNHCRに対してどのような金銭的支援を行っていますか？
2022年から5年間の計画で、毎年1,000万円（総額5,000万円見込み）の寄付を国連UNHCR協会を通じて実施しています。
今回の意見交換会でUNHCR側から示された重要なテーマは何ですか？
「難民が長期にわたり支援に頼り続ける状況そのものを変えていくこと」を重要なテーマとし、自立支援の大切さが共有されました。
DNPの社員が難民問題に関わるためにどのような工夫がされていますか？
社員食堂での寄付金付き支援メニューの提供や、社内メディアでの情報発信を通じて、社員が日常的に難民問題と向き合う機会を創出しています。
UNHCRはDNPの活動をどのように評価していますか？
単なる寄付にとどまらず、社員が世界の状況を知り考え続ける取り組みが、長期的な解決につながる重要な要素であると評価しています。