WORKCAMP PROGRAM IN JAPAN 2013

- Create syllabi and teaching materials for the summer school.
- Participate in setting of the sites/classrooms, organize opening and closing ceremonies,
and perform other duties to run the summer school.
Accommodation:
Volunteers will be accommodated in a guest house called Geihinkan located outside of
Meisei campus.
Facilities:
Bedding will be provided. There are a washer, a kitchen, a bathroom and a lavatory. Internet
access is available in the office only. Please note that there are roles and curfews in the
accommodation. Volunteers are strongly required to abide by these rules during the work
camp.
Meals:
Breakfast and dinner are self-catering. Cooking materials will be provided by the University.
You may be asked to go to a store to get grocery done. Volunteers take turns in groceries.
Vouchers which you can use at University cafeteria will be provided for lunch.
What to bring:
Each volunteer is encouraged to bring photos and something to introduce the culture of
home country. You are encouraged to show and introduce them at the booth in the
international exchange event.
Note:
You do not have to be a native English speaker to participate in this work camp, but
experiences in teaching English as a second language are very much appreciated. You can
enjoy field trip on weekend.
Location:
Hino city is located in the western part of Tokyo and it is a quiet peaceful town surrounded
by abundant nature. It will take less than one hour to get to the central Tokyo.
URL:
Meisei University: http://www.meisei-u.ac.jp/
Meisei Summer School Project (ENGLISH):
http://homepage2.nifty.com/meisei_summerschool/
Remarks:
Volunteers who are interested in teaching English, learning Japanese culture are welcome.
Volunteers are expected to work together with students of Meisei University and other
international volunteers in order to carry the project successfully.
CIEEJ1309 Rita no hanasaku villege/HYOGO (NEW in 2013) (TBD)
Length:
Early August
Volunteers: 5
Age: over 18
Language:
English / Japanese
Host Organizer: Yoshinobu Sakagami (MR)
ENVI/AGRI
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