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Program

Implementation Period

August 2 (Sat) – August 10 (Sun), 2025

Theme

Exploring Our Future Through a Visit to the United Nations

Subtheme 

Drones and the Future of Global Solutions

Program (Tentative)

The program content may be subject to change based on the availability of speakers, site visits, and participants’ interests.
(The following is for reference only.)

01

Visit to International Organizations

Through this program, participants will visit international organizations, companies, and startups, gaining firsthand experience in addressing global challenges. The visits are categorized into five key areas: Humanitarian Aid, Global Health, Diplomacy, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship. For example, participants will visit UNHCR and ICRC for humanitarian aid, WHO and Gavi for global health, ITU for innovation, and startups for entrepreneurship. In the field of diplomacy, they will experience international negotiations at the UN Geneva Office and the Permanent Missions to the United Nations. These experiences will help participants develop a broader perspective and equip them with the skills needed to become future global leaders.

02

Workshops

This program aims to equip participants with new perspectives and skills through workshops based on the following four themes:

  • Self-Discovery:
    Sessions focused on deepening self-understanding, identifying personal strengths, and exploring core values.
  • Enhancing Soft Skills:
    Workshops designed to improve essential leadership qualities such as communication, problem-solving, and decision-making—key competencies for next-generation leaders.
  • Deepening Knowledge:
    Expert-led sessions providing insights into global issues and the latest initiatives in international affairs.
  • Learning from Real Experiences:
    Firsthand accounts from professionals working in international organizations and on the ground, offering valuable lessons from real-world challenges and successes.

Outdoor Activities

Participants will experience the breathtaking nature of Switzerland and the vibrant international city of Geneva through engaging outdoor activities.

  • Alpine Experience:
    A visit to Glacier 3000 offers a unique opportunity to immerse in the grandeur of the Swiss Alps. Through scenic hikes in the stunning mountain landscape, participants will reflect on the power of nature and the importance of environmental conservation.
  • Exploring Geneva:
    Discovering the city of Geneva, participants will engage with Swiss culture and everyday life. Activities include visiting local markets and cafés, strolling through historic districts, and experiencing the charm of this multicultural hub firsthand.

03

Day 1 (Saturday, August 3)
– Geneva
  • Afternoon: Arrival in Geneva, transfer to accommodation, orientation
  • Evening: Welcome dinner
Day 2 (Sunday, August 4)
– Les Diablerets
  • Morning: Transfer to the Alps, “Welcome to Switzerland” session
  • Afternoon: Icebreaker activities and self-introductions
  • Evening: Dinner featuring traditional Swiss cheese fondue
Day 3 (Monday, August 5)
– Les Diablerets
  • Morning: Trekking at Glacier 3000
  • Afternoon: Workshop on climate change and public health, team activities, and discussions
  • Evening: Dinner
Day 4 (Tuesday, August 6)
– Les Diablerets
  • Morning: Refugee camp session focusing on empathy, featuring voices from Palestine
  • Afternoon: International relations and humanitarian law session
  • Evening: Dinner and reflection time
Day 5 (Wednesday, August 7)
– Geneva
  • Morning: Transfer to Geneva
  • Afternoon: Visit to the UN Geneva Office (UNOG) and guided tour; Visit to ICRC, discussion on humanitarian response in conflict zones; Visit to WHO, session on infectious disease response and emergency preparedness
  • Evening: Dinner featuring Swiss cheese fondue
Day 6 (Thursday, August 8)
– Geneva
  • Morning: Visit to UNHCR, lecture on refugee support initiatives
  • Afternoon: Session at the Permanent Mission of Japan to the UN; Lecture on security and international affairs at the Graduate Institute (IHEID)
  • Evening: Group activities and dinner
Day 7 (Friday, August 9)
– Geneva
  • Morning: Visit to UNITAR, workshop on consensus building
  • Afternoon: Visit to GIGA/ITU, session on technology and global connectivity
  • Evening: Financial literacy seminar, discussion at Impact Hub
Day 8 (Saturday, August 10)
– Geneva
  • Morning: Design Thinking Workshop
  • Afternoon: Business and Entrepreneurship Workshop, Startup Presentations, Video Recording
  • Evening: Closing Ceremony, Certificate Presentation
Day 9 (Sunday, August 11)
– Geneva
  • Morning: City Exploration
  • Afternoon: Departure

Speaker List

Government Institutions

  • Kozo Honsei – Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations in Geneva
  • Daisuke Yamada – First Secretary, Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations in Geneva

International Organizations

  • Yoshinobu Nagamine, PhD, MBA – Senior Manager, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance
  • Yutaka Tatewaki, LLM – Senior Officer, UNHCR
  • Hidehiko Furumoto – Senior Protection Officer, UNHCR Afghanistan (Online)
  • Yamichito Kawasaki – Country Manager, ICRC
  • Kazunori Shimizu, MD, MPH – Health Information Officer, WHO
  • Neema Kaseje, MD, MPH – Former MSF (Doctors Without Borders), Humanitarian Surgeon, Founder of the First Pediatric Surgery Unit in Dadaab Refugee Camp, Kenya (Online)
  • Irene Kaggwa – Program Manager, UNICEF x Giga
  • Yannick Heiniger – Acting Lead, GIGA (UNICEF x ITU)
  • Julian Caletti – Associate Program Officer, UNITAR (United Nations Institute for Training and Research)

Business & Startups

  • Ko Nakagawa – Group Leader, Toyota Tsusho (Online)
  • Eri Nakagawa – Entrepreneur, Drone Company (Online)
  • Shira Damia Putrinda, MBA – International Business & Development Consultant
  • Ejemhen Esangbedo, MBA – Director of Partnerships, Simprints
  • Johan Lobmeyer – Founder, Prospert (Swiss Financial Education Center), Entrepreneur
  • Kevin Torrin – Founder, Ageospatial, Entrepreneur

Academic Institutions

  • Lionel Fatton, PhD – Assistant Professor of International Relations, Webster University

Other (Civil Society & Community Leaders)

  • Jaradat Hadeel, MBA – Community Leader, Hebron, Palestine (Online)
  • Deng Dak Manual – Youth Leader, Dadaab Refugee Camp, Kenya (Online)
  • Anaïs Meury – High School Student

スピーカーリスト(2024)

  • 長嶺義宣
    PhD, MBA - Gaviワクチンアライアンス シニアマネージャー
  • Shira Damia Putrinda
    MBA - 国際ビジネス・開発コンサルタント
  • Ejemhen Esangbedo
    MBA - Simprints パートナーシップディレクター
  • Anaïs Meury
    高校生
  • 帯刀豊
    LLM - UNHCR シニアオフィサー
  • Neema Kaseje
    MD, MPH - 元MSF(国境なき医師団)、人道外科医、ケニア・ダダーブキャンプ小児外科設立者
  • Deng Dak Manual
    ダダーブ難民キャンプ(ケニア)地域青少年リーダー
  • Jaradat Hadeel
    MBA - パレスチナ・ヘブロン地域リーダー
  • 川崎弥智都
    ICRC カントリーマネージャー
  • 清水一紀
    MD, MPH - 疫学者、WHO健康情報オフィサー
  • 古本秀彦
    UNHCR アフガニスタン シニアプロテクションオフィサー
  • 本清耕造
    日本政府 ジュネーブ国連代表部 特命全権大使
  • 山田大介
    一等書記官、ジュネーブ国連代表部(大使館)
  • Lionel Fatton
    PhD - ウェブスター大学 国際関係学 助教授
  • Julian Caletti
    UNITAR（国連訓練調査研究所）プログラムオフィサー補佐
  • Yannick Heiniger
    GIGA（UNICEF x ITU）リーダー代行
  • Johan Lobmeyer
    Prospert（スイス金融教育センター）創設者、起業家
  • Kevin Torrin
    Ageospatial創設者、起業家

2024年参加者の出身高校

  • Fryeburg Academy
  • 角川ドワンゴ学園 N高等学校 / S高等学校
  • 海城高等学校
  • 桐蔭学園中等教育学校
  • 三田国際学園高等学校
  • 成蹊高等学校
  • 白百合学園高等学校
  • 早稲田大学本庄高等学院
  • 松本県ケ丘高等学校
  • 山脇学園高等学校

【Eligibility】

International High school students aged 15 to 18

【Applicant Profile】

We seek participants who:

  • Are highly aware of social issues and aspire to make a positive impact on society
  • Are socially engaged and deeply interested in different cultures
  • Embrace new challenges with enthusiasm and a proactive mindset
  • Have an interest in emerging technologies and believe in their potential to transform society
  • A level sufficient to participate in discussions in English (equivalent to Eiken Pre-1 or TOEFL iBT 60–80)
  • Can dedicate approximately 10 hours to pre-seminar study
  • Can commit fully to the program without distractions
  • Are adaptable and open to schedule adjustments

Additional Considerations:

  • Female staff will accompany participants to ensure the safety of female students during the program.
  • For shared rooms, room assignments will be made with clear gender considerations.

【Participation Fee】

3,960 Swiss Francs
(Approx. 670,000 JPY based on early March exchange rate)

【What’s Included in the Fee】

  • Accommodation
  • Domestic transportation within Switzerland
  • Liability and health insurance within Switzerland
  • Meals
  • Study materials
  • Workshops, lectures, and coaching sessions
  • Entry fees for various events and site visits
Application

【Application Period】

【First Application Deadline】

March 3 – March 20

↓
Selection and interviews
↓
Invitation letters sent
(March 31 – April 6)

【Second Application Deadline】

March 31 – April 14

↓
Selection and interviews
↓
Invitation letters sent
(April 28 – May 4)

【Travel & Accommodation】

  • Travel
    August 2: Please arrange your arrival at Geneva Airport between 13:00 and 22:00. Our staff will welcome you at the airport.
    August 10: The program officially ends at 14:00. If departing the same day, we will accompany you to the airport.
  • Airport Transfers
    Our program staff will arrange transportation from Geneva Airport to the accommodation.
  • Accommodation
    In the Alps, participants will stay in a hotel in Les Diablerets, Vaud. In Geneva, accommodation will be near the airport. Rooms will be shared, with two participants per room, separated by gender.
  • Recommended Flights (Example from Japan)
    If departing Japan on August 1 and returning on August 10, the following flight option is recommended:
    Qatar Airways
    • Narita Airport 22:30 departure, Flight QR805 (transit in Doha, QR095)
      Geneva Airport 14:20 arrival (August 2)
    • Geneva Airport 15:55 departure, Flight QR096 (transit in Doha, QR806)
      Narita Airport 18:55 arrival (August 11)