In "Yuri Education Center", I fulfill the positions
of Chief Sustainability Officer, Social Impact
Director, and educator. It is an independent educational institution dedicated to promoting
active
learning methods. Students are immersed in a dynamic learning environment where they gain
proficiency in science, sustainability, and English. They are encouraged to identify
pressing
issues, set
achievable goals, and proactively implement solutions. If there is anything that can make
this
world
peaceful and sustainable, that is EDUCATION.
YouTube for my interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9k6Ihl8yTkE
YouTube discussion: Bridging the Gender Gap in Industry and Leadership:
https://youtu.be/RJglnE2kuKg?si=bhBCGr78aClE15Vh
I received the Education 2.0 Conference Outstanding Leadership Award in February 2024.
Our educational philosophy: WE courageously DISCUSS, actively LEAD, and collectively ACT.
In "Yuria’s Happy English program", many parents and children, aged 4 months to 3
years, enjoy
learning English songs and sustainability topics. I read a lot of books about animals, sea
creatures, and
nature. I also empower women especially mothers who have small children.
In our center, students aged 4 to 18 learn math, science, and social studies both in
Japanese
and
English. Students aged 8 and above participate in sustainability classes, discussions,
presentations,
and workshops. I regularly conduct workshops of SDG 12 responsible consumption and
production.
Each student selects and presents their own SDG 12 topic.
In our Zoom sessions, I encourage students to speak and courageously communicate with people
from
all over the world including students aged 8 to 18, sustainability practitioners,
professors,
and adult
attendees.
Also, I am committed to a sustainable future by making products (YURINDI) from recycled
materials, helping lower-income communities with the sales, and promoting their independence
through intermediate care and educational support. My sandal project is a signature project.
Durable
and fashionable sandals are made from used motorcycle tires and clothes. I am uniting the
world
with
great traditional craftsmanship to help realize a sustainable world.
I hold experiential studies and in-depth academic discussions around the 17 SDGs. Our
current
emphasis is on helping communities in promptly securing safe water collection through the
use of
our
sustainable protective footwear. We provide education on sanitary practices to ensure
ongoing
water
safety.