Japan NPO Center Begins Enrollment for 2026 'Tomoshibi' Program

The Japan NPO Center (Location: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Makoto Oshima) is hosting 'Tomoshibi', a learning community for NPO members, supporters, government officials, and corporate staff to learn and interact for the creation of a better civil society. In fiscal year 2026, the program will offer five themes: 'Organizational Foundation', 'Participation Design', 'Advocacy', 'Collaboration among Diverse Entities', and 'Project Evaluation'. Participants can choose between the 'NPO School' only or the 'NPO School & Seminar'. The program will primarily be held online from July 2026 to January 2027.

## Background
As social issues become more complex and diverse, opportunities for cross-regional and cross-sector interaction and mutual learning among NPOs have decreased in recent years. According to the Cabinet Office's 'FY2023 Survey on Specified Non-Profit Corporations', 65.6% of organizations cite 'securing and educating personnel' as a challenge. In response, the Japan NPO Center provides a space for sharing know-how to ensure NPOs can conduct sustainable and developmental activities without isolation.

## Event Overview
- Period: July 10, 2026 (Friday) to January 2027
- Time: 13:30-16:30 (some evening sessions included)
- Format: Primarily online (some in-person sessions)

## Participation Fees
- NPO School only (individual): From 12,000 yen (tax included)
- NPO School + Seminar (individual): From 44,000 yen (tax included)
- Group participation (3-person slot): From 66,000 yen (tax included)