96% Respond 'Need a Place to Learn': 'Gifted Support Center' Officially Launched in Response to Voices from Gifted Families — Exchange Meeting and Online Seminar Also Held on May 31st
NPO Future Education Support announced the results of a survey targeting parents raising gifted and highly sensitive children, revealing that 96% feel a need for a place where their children can learn. In response, the 'Gifted Support Center' has officially launched within the organization. An exchange meeting will be held in Osaka on May 31st, along with an online seminar, aiming to provide support and alleviate isolation for parents.
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NPO Future Education Support (Osaka Prefecture) has announced the results of a survey conducted among parents raising gifted and highly sensitive children, and simultaneously, the 'Gifted Support Center' function within the organization will officially launch.
Survey Results (Partial Excerpt)
A survey conducted by NPO Future Education Support targeting parents of gifted children (25 responses) revealed specific needs for gifted child support.
The survey found that:
96% responded that they need a 'place where gifted children can learn happily'
88% responded that they need a 'place/person to consult with'
68% responded that they desire 'parent exchange meetings'
In response to these challenges, an exchange meeting will be held in Osaka City on Sunday, May 31, 2026, as a first step for parents to connect with peace of mind.
Survey Results
'Challenges of Disconnection' Faced by Gifted Families
In recent years, understanding of gifted and highly sensitive children has gradually spread.
However, in practice, many voices have been heard, such as:
・'Don't know where to consult'
・'Difficult to be understood by schools and those around them'
・'Cannot meet other parents who share the same concerns'
The survey conducted by our organization also confirmed numerous needs, such as:
'Want a place where I can easily consult'
'Want opportunities for parents to interact with each other'
'Need a safe learning environment for children'
On the other hand, there are many cases where parents feel the necessity but hesitate to participate in consultations or exchange meetings, highlighting the issue that 'support is not reaching those who need it.'
What has become clear from over 30 years of field experience
The representative of NPO Future Education Support has been involved in supporting and educating children with developmental disabilities for over 30 years.
Throughout this time, a consistent realization has been:
'Even if support systems and information exist, they are not reaching the families who truly need them.'
The background includes psychological hurdles to consultation, anxiety about paid support, lack of information, and hesitation to feel 'it's not yet serious enough to consult.'
First Initiative: Online Seminar Held
As the first initiative, an online seminar will be held for parents raising gifted and highly sensitive children.
The survey revealed that many parents are troubled by 'not knowing how to understand their child's characteristics and how to interact with them.'
In particular, school refusal and environmental mismatches are common challenges faced by gifted children.
This seminar will explain specific ways to interact and support at home, while understanding these backgrounds.
It aims to provide an opportunity for parents to organize their anxieties about 'how to respond' and take the next step with confidence.
Event Outline
【Theme】
How to understand and support gifted children's school refusal
【Format】
Online
【Target】
Parents, supporters, and educators raising gifted, highly sensitive children, or children experiencing difficulties in school life
【Application Method】
Accepted via Peatix event page
https://unique-kids26521.peatix.com/
Second Initiative: Parent Exchange Meeting Held in Osaka
Following the online learning, a small-group parent exchange meeting will be held in Osaka City on Sunday, May 31, 2026, as a place for real-life connections.
This exchange meeting was planned as a safe place for those who 'feel anxious but don't think it's serious enough to consult' or 'want to talk with parents in a similar situation' to participate.
Through sharing experiences and discussing individual concerns and challenges, it aims to create opportunities for isolated parents to connect.
Event Outline
【Event Name】
Gifted Child Rearing Exchange Meeting ~Together Towards a New Step~
【Date and Time】
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 13:30-15:30 (Reception 13:20~)
【Venue】
Dawn Center (Osaka Prefectural Center for Gender Equality and Youth)
5th Floor Small Meeting Room ⑥
【Target】
Parents raising gifted, highly sensitive children, or children experiencing difficulties in school life
【Content】
・Self-introduction and sharing current situation
・Consultation on concerns
・Sharing experiences
・Free talk (tea party format)
【Application Method】
Accepted via NPO Future Education Support Official LINE
https://lin.ee/uwt9wE1
Future Developments
NPO Future Education Support will continue to provide learning opportunities through online seminars, create connections through exchange meetings, and offer accompanying support through individual consultations.
Survey Results (Partial Excerpt)
A survey conducted by NPO Future Education Support targeting parents of gifted children (25 responses) revealed specific needs for gifted child support.
The survey found that:
96% responded that they need a 'place where gifted children can learn happily'
88% responded that they need a 'place/person to consult with'
68% responded that they desire 'parent exchange meetings'
In response to these challenges, an exchange meeting will be held in Osaka City on Sunday, May 31, 2026, as a first step for parents to connect with peace of mind.
Survey Results
'Challenges of Disconnection' Faced by Gifted Families
In recent years, understanding of gifted and highly sensitive children has gradually spread.
However, in practice, many voices have been heard, such as:
・'Don't know where to consult'
・'Difficult to be understood by schools and those around them'
・'Cannot meet other parents who share the same concerns'
The survey conducted by our organization also confirmed numerous needs, such as:
'Want a place where I can easily consult'
'Want opportunities for parents to interact with each other'
'Need a safe learning environment for children'
On the other hand, there are many cases where parents feel the necessity but hesitate to participate in consultations or exchange meetings, highlighting the issue that 'support is not reaching those who need it.'
What has become clear from over 30 years of field experience
The representative of NPO Future Education Support has been involved in supporting and educating children with developmental disabilities for over 30 years.
Throughout this time, a consistent realization has been:
'Even if support systems and information exist, they are not reaching the families who truly need them.'
The background includes psychological hurdles to consultation, anxiety about paid support, lack of information, and hesitation to feel 'it's not yet serious enough to consult.'
First Initiative: Online Seminar Held
As the first initiative, an online seminar will be held for parents raising gifted and highly sensitive children.
The survey revealed that many parents are troubled by 'not knowing how to understand their child's characteristics and how to interact with them.'
In particular, school refusal and environmental mismatches are common challenges faced by gifted children.
This seminar will explain specific ways to interact and support at home, while understanding these backgrounds.
It aims to provide an opportunity for parents to organize their anxieties about 'how to respond' and take the next step with confidence.
Event Outline
【Theme】
How to understand and support gifted children's school refusal
【Format】
Online
【Target】
Parents, supporters, and educators raising gifted, highly sensitive children, or children experiencing difficulties in school life
【Application Method】
Accepted via Peatix event page
https://unique-kids26521.peatix.com/
Second Initiative: Parent Exchange Meeting Held in Osaka
Following the online learning, a small-group parent exchange meeting will be held in Osaka City on Sunday, May 31, 2026, as a place for real-life connections.
This exchange meeting was planned as a safe place for those who 'feel anxious but don't think it's serious enough to consult' or 'want to talk with parents in a similar situation' to participate.
Through sharing experiences and discussing individual concerns and challenges, it aims to create opportunities for isolated parents to connect.
Event Outline
【Event Name】
Gifted Child Rearing Exchange Meeting ~Together Towards a New Step~
【Date and Time】
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 13:30-15:30 (Reception 13:20~)
【Venue】
Dawn Center (Osaka Prefectural Center for Gender Equality and Youth)
5th Floor Small Meeting Room ⑥
【Target】
Parents raising gifted, highly sensitive children, or children experiencing difficulties in school life
【Content】
・Self-introduction and sharing current situation
・Consultation on concerns
・Sharing experiences
・Free talk (tea party format)
【Application Method】
Accepted via NPO Future Education Support Official LINE
https://lin.ee/uwt9wE1
Future Developments
NPO Future Education Support will continue to provide learning opportunities through online seminars, create connections through exchange meetings, and offer accompanying support through individual consultations.