Certified NPO EFA Japan Announces 2026 Slogan "Story to Go on"
Certified NPO EFA Japan has established "Story to Go on" as its 2026 activity slogan, expressing its determination to support people in difficult situations domestically and internationally through the power of books and stories.
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■ Story to Go on
Somewhere in the world, someone is standing still today.
In the silence after an earthquake.
In the night of an endless conflict.
In isolation where they cannot even raise their voice.
At such times, a book suddenly catches their eye. Turning the pages, they find the story of someone who was similarly hurt but still started walking again. That person realizes:
"I was not alone."
Stories have a mysterious power. The power to stay close to the pain of others, put one's own pain into words, and illuminate the next step toward a tomorrow that cannot yet be seen.
Reading, listening, discussing.
In this process, people can reweave their own stories. Even with disabilities, even with different languages, even after losing everything.
We believe. Stories to go on should be by everyone's side.
Bringing books and stories, EFA Japan will continue to walk together with you in 2026.
■ From the Vision of "My Own Story" to "Story to Go on"
EFA's vision is "A society where all children can demonstrate their potential and creativity, and draw their 'Own Story'." "My Own Story" refers to the story of each individual living, carving out the future with their own strength even in the midst of difficulties.
The 2026 slogan "Story to Go on" takes this vision one step further. In order to draw "My Own Story," one first needs the strength to take another step from the place where they are standing still.
Encountering someone's story of pain and recovery supports that step. And eventually, that person themselves begins to draw their "Own Story." The slogan expresses our determination to stay close to that first step.
■ The "Power of Stories" Shared Domestically and Internationally
Since its establishment in 2004, EFA has been working on educational and welfare support through building libraries and promoting reading in Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam.
We continue to challenge the elimination of "Book Famine," where schools and libraries are destroyed by civil wars, and books accessible to children with disabilities account for less than 1% of published materials.
On the other hand, in response to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake in January 2024, we started supporting the affected areas domestically. Through the "Running in Oku-Noto! Book Cafe," which tours places where people gather, such as temporary housing, we are delivering books and stories to the affected people.
Children gathering in a library in a country that has gone through a civil war, and a person picking up a book in temporary housing. Even if the place and situation are different, the process of encountering a story, putting one's pain into words, and taking another step is the same. "Story to Go on" embodies EFA's will to connect this process across borders.
■ About EFA Japan
EFA Japan is an international cooperation NGO established in 2004, taking over the "House for Children in Asia," an international cooperation project undertaken by people involved in local public services nationwide. We are expanding activities to provide education and welfare opportunities to children who have difficulty learning due to conflict, poverty, disabilities, etc., in Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, and within Japan.
The organization name "EFA JAPAN" is an acronym for "Empowerment For All." We aim to realize a society where all people can demonstrate their potential and draw their own stories.
Somewhere in the world, someone is standing still today.
In the silence after an earthquake.
In the night of an endless conflict.
In isolation where they cannot even raise their voice.
At such times, a book suddenly catches their eye. Turning the pages, they find the story of someone who was similarly hurt but still started walking again. That person realizes:
"I was not alone."
Stories have a mysterious power. The power to stay close to the pain of others, put one's own pain into words, and illuminate the next step toward a tomorrow that cannot yet be seen.
Reading, listening, discussing.
In this process, people can reweave their own stories. Even with disabilities, even with different languages, even after losing everything.
We believe. Stories to go on should be by everyone's side.
Bringing books and stories, EFA Japan will continue to walk together with you in 2026.
■ From the Vision of "My Own Story" to "Story to Go on"
EFA's vision is "A society where all children can demonstrate their potential and creativity, and draw their 'Own Story'." "My Own Story" refers to the story of each individual living, carving out the future with their own strength even in the midst of difficulties.
The 2026 slogan "Story to Go on" takes this vision one step further. In order to draw "My Own Story," one first needs the strength to take another step from the place where they are standing still.
Encountering someone's story of pain and recovery supports that step. And eventually, that person themselves begins to draw their "Own Story." The slogan expresses our determination to stay close to that first step.
■ The "Power of Stories" Shared Domestically and Internationally
Since its establishment in 2004, EFA has been working on educational and welfare support through building libraries and promoting reading in Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam.
We continue to challenge the elimination of "Book Famine," where schools and libraries are destroyed by civil wars, and books accessible to children with disabilities account for less than 1% of published materials.
On the other hand, in response to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake in January 2024, we started supporting the affected areas domestically. Through the "Running in Oku-Noto! Book Cafe," which tours places where people gather, such as temporary housing, we are delivering books and stories to the affected people.
Children gathering in a library in a country that has gone through a civil war, and a person picking up a book in temporary housing. Even if the place and situation are different, the process of encountering a story, putting one's pain into words, and taking another step is the same. "Story to Go on" embodies EFA's will to connect this process across borders.
■ About EFA Japan
EFA Japan is an international cooperation NGO established in 2004, taking over the "House for Children in Asia," an international cooperation project undertaken by people involved in local public services nationwide. We are expanding activities to provide education and welfare opportunities to children who have difficulty learning due to conflict, poverty, disabilities, etc., in Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, and within Japan.
The organization name "EFA JAPAN" is an acronym for "Empowerment For All." We aim to realize a society where all people can demonstrate their potential and draw their own stories.
FAQ
What is EFA Japan's slogan for 2026?
It is 'Story to Go on'. It represents their resolve to support people in difficult situations to recover and move forward through stories.
What kind of activities does EFA Japan do?
They provide educational and welfare support through building libraries and promoting reading in Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, and Japan.
What is 'Book Famine'?
It refers to a situation where schools and libraries are destroyed by civil wars, and accessible books for children with disabilities account for less than 1% of published materials.