HOPE-JP Blog

I learned about the work HOPE does a few years ago through a friend who was volunteering as the chairperson of the HOPE Kansai Executive Committee, and I was shocked.

This month, we would like to share results of our work that went into strengthening HOPE's foundation in Japan and inform you of where we are headed.

Your contributions this year will give those in ultra-poverty access to clean water, education, and vital livelihood resources. Here is a brief overview of our projects and programs for 2025.

We acknowledge the good fortune that surrounds us and recognize that not everyone has access to vital necessities such as clean water, education, or the means to be self-sufficient. As this year concludes, let's remember that our collective empathy and kindness define our humanity.

When you hear the word Ethiopia, you may think of its rich culture and long history. However, in recent years top of mind has become the natural disasters caused by climate change that have sharply increased, and how severely the environment and people's livelihoods have suffered serious damage.

HOPE has a proven mission of Helping the Neglected Poor become Self-reliant. HOPE staff will talk about how for more than 20 years HOPE has successfully conducted charitable activities in Japan and implemented its projects in developing countries that alleviate poverty, provide access to clean water and quality education. He will also discuss why HOPE’s work is being introduced to Hiroshima.

Where HOPE works in rural areas of Cambodia, many families depend on agriculture for their livelihood. They live in a harsh environment with few resources, making it difficult for them to obtain sufficient food and income.

We invite you to an inspiring and exciting event featuring renowned businessman and entrepreneur Harry Hill, also a dedicated HOPE Board Member. Harry will be launching his new book, "Fighter: Harry's Guide to Life and Business".

This month's newsletter is a mid-term report on the projects implemented this year, which we informed you about in the January 2024 newsletter.

For more than 10 years, Junicon has supported a wonderful program at the Pamulaan Center for Indigenous Peoples Education in the Southern Philippines. This support has been enabled by the HOPE International Development Agency Japan, with whom Junicon collaborates to provide funding for students at the Pamulaan center.

In Ethiopia, since 2004 we have worked with local communities to provide access to clean water and raise awareness about sanitation and hygiene, and in 2016 we expanded our projects to include the building of school latrines to improve sanitation in rural villages.