12/05/2023 / Last updated : 15/05/2023 issjadmin

ISSJ Charity Movie Festival ends　

Thank you for your continued support. We are writing to inform you that we have decided to end the ISSJ Charity Film Festival, which has been held 79 times since 1980. The 80th Charity Film Festival, which was postponed due to the influence of COVID-19, will also be canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. In recent years, the nature of support has changed, and the number of consultations and needs has diversified. In order to continue our activities in accordance with our philosophy, we need to make changes to our way of supporting people, our business operations, and the way our staff work. We want to thank […]
24/02/2023 / Last updated : 24/02/2023 issjadmin

ISS statement about Russian invasion of Ukraine

Today, 24th February 2023 marks the sad anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and peace does not seem to be a priority. The headquarters of ISS (International Social Service)issued a statement. PDF（ISS NETWORK STATEMENT 24 2 2024） One year into a waging war that has caused thousands of civilian victims and displaced millions, it is time that guns are silenced, human suffering is terminated, and peace prevails. Today, 24th February 2023 marks the sad anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and peace does not seem to be a priority. Over the course of this past year, a UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine was established by […]
04/01/2023 / Last updated : 10/01/2023 issjadmin

Season’s Greetings from ISSJ

Dear All, Happy New Year! I hope everyone had an excellent start to 2023. I want to take this opportunity to thank all our supporters. The start of a new year is a special moment, and people often have high hopes and expectations for the coming year.  While the burdens and difficulties faced by those ISSJ care about, such as children, migrants, refugees, and stateless people, may continue into the new year, we still want to support each of them and help them celebrate the joyous milestones with a fresh feeling. I wish you all growth and prosperity in 2023. Sincerely, Satoshi NagasakaPresidentInternational Social Service Japan ** ** We want […]
11/01/2022 / Last updated : 11/01/2022 issjadmin

Seasonal Greetings from ISSJ

Dear All, Happy New Year! I would like to extend my best wishes to all ISSJ supporters, collaborators, and related parties. I hope everyone has had an excellent start to 2022.  While the Covid-19 pandemic was still rampant around the globe, I imagine all of us may have had a relief as you could get through the last year.   ISSJ has been supporting the children who are the next generation for a better future, from the perspective of global citizens. In particular, we aim to understand and help the children who are trying to overcome the hardship caused by complicated family matters. We reach out to help children regardless of […]
27/09/2021 / Last updated : 30/09/2021 issjadmin news

COVID-19 Vaccination for Persons without Status of Residence

The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare (MHLW) announced in an administrative notice dated March 31, 2021(in Japanese）that foreign nationals without a status of residence (e.g., provisional release permit) could get vaccines for COVID-19. In addition, in an administrative communication dated September 10, 2021(in Japanese), it was clarified that people who were granted permission to stay “within 3 months” could also be vaccinated. However, since they do not have resident registration, they must present an official document* showing their address and request the issuance of a “Vaccination voucher”.Because the procedure differs from municipality to municipality, it is necessary to contact the call center or the department in charge first. *Official […]
23/04/2021 / Last updated : 23/04/2021 issjadmin

ISSJ Received Anonymous Donation

April 23, 2021 On April 2nd 2021, we gratefully received a donation of 154,000 yen via an English-language, anonymous envelope. We would like to express our deepest gratitude for this kind contribution to our mission. It really makes a difference for the children whom we support. We are touched by the generosity and heartfelt support, which encouraged us to carry out our work. We will definitely make good use of your contribution to help migrant children and families in need, as well as refugees. We are again thankful for the donation and ongoing support of our clients. Satoshi Nagasaka President, International Social Service Japan
01/04/2021 / Last updated : 01/04/2021 issjadmin

Closure of an Adoption Agency in Tokyo

There has been media coverage since March 22 regarding the private adoption agency “Baby Life,” which had continued its operation without getting the license and closed in 2020.   Since ISSJ has received inquiries from media and ex-clients of Baby Life, we comment our policy as below. 1. Intercountry adoption In the postwar period when ISSJ was established, we arranged intercountry adoptions for children who couldn’t be raised in their families. Today, we place children to adoptive parents who live in Japan in principle. Such operation is conforming to the 1993 Hague Convention and Adoption Agency Law in Japan. For adoption between parents and a child of different nationalities, our […]