Kansai Global Society Mission Statement
The Kansai Global Society (KGS) was formed as a non-profit organization in 2018 in commemoration of the 150th anniversary since Japan opened to the world. The KGS is committed to encouraging international exchange of cultural ideas, values and business interests by observing the following objectives:
- Introduce and promote an understanding of cultural diversity existing in Kansai and around the world;
- Create opportunities in Kansai to meet with globally minded people and exchange information;
- Build partnerships and collaborate with different international organizations in Kansai and promote the SDGs set by the UN;
- Work together with the Consulates General of various countries in Kansai to introduce each country’s culture, values and business opportunities;
- Enhance international communications beyond national boundaries to create a global society in harmony.
Proposers/Organizers:
Julian Burt (Kobe Club Member; Japan-American Society, Osaka Member)
William Foran (Kobe Club Member; Japan-American Society, Osaka Member)
Kei Foran (Kobe Club Member; Japan Association of University Women, Board Member; JAWK International Member,)
Venue:
The activities will take place mainly at the Kobe Club, but not limited to the Kobe Club depending
upon the space availability and content of the activities.
Contact:
Kansai Global Society Secretariat
1-3-3-1405, Maya Kaigan-dori, Nada-ku, Kobe City, Japan, 657-0855
Tel: 078-891-8160 Cell: 090-3280-0831
E-mail: kansai_global@icloud.com