Mero Sathi Project @ Sophia University, Tokyo.

Mero Sathi Project @ Sophia University, Tokyo.

Mero Sathi Project

7月30日 ·

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Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Prakash Neupane

    Hello and hi to everyone its me prakash neupane. I am the student from law background. I have recently completed my ll.b program I.e (5 years bachelor programs in law) from kathmandu school of law. I am really excited to be the part of this student exchange programe which is going to be held on august (14 to 24). I am one of the representative from nepal as a nepalese student.
    The student exchange programe has always been one of the best way to explore each other ideas, to know culture and the way of living of the people from different society and country aswell.This sort of programe helps to enchance the creatvity of the students and helps to develop innovative ideas too. So, I am always eager and enthusiastic towards the art of life that people are living and the culture, tradition and legal system that they are acquainted, not only of nepal but of different countries.
    Therefore this programe might be really fruitful and productive for me to acquire the knowledge from different aspect I.e social, economical, religious, legal and cultural aspect of Japense society directly. Even the Japanese students can extract lots of information from me regarding the way of life, tradition, culture and other different aspect of nepalese society. Briefly this programe is going to be the benchmark programe to understand the Japanese society and Nepalese society. Hoping for the success of this programe.

 

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Inesha Bhattarai

   Hello everyone. I am Inesha Bhattarai, recent high school graduate from Ace Institute Of Management.I am really excited about the program and meeting you all. A very big thank you to the organizing team for providing us with this opportunity. I believe we will have an amazing time and hopefully fulfil our expectations from the program.
 

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Prashamsa Rimal

Namaste and hello to everyone!!  I am Prashamsa Rimal, a recent high school graduate from Rato Bangala School. I am delighted to be a part of this program. It’s a great platform to meet new people and contribute to the society. I am sure all of us will learn a lot and have fun too. Thank you to the AAEE team for providing us with this great opportunity to help, learn and explore. And also a warm welcome to our Japense participants.
Looking forward to meet you all!
 

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Satiz Bhattarai

   Hello everyone,
   I am satiz bhattarai.I am management student completing my bachelors level..I love traveling,sports,listening music...
   I am really eager n excited to join student exchange program.This is the first time I am participating in any kind of this activities..I am sure this program will give me more positive experience n learning.I am really interested in social services and this program is also about helping the earthquake victim.so I am really eager to help them e...very side possible..This will be my first step towards the social service with my helping hands.I believe this program gives me much more confidence,knowledge,skills which will surely help to carry this kinds of social activities throughout my life..
    I welcome all my Japanese participant with full of heart to our beautiful country Nepal.
Forward to see u all soon.
Thank you.

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Reshma Gurung

   Hello everyone, I am Reshma Gurung. Recently, I am studying veterinary science at Rampur Campus under Tribhuwan university in Chitwan. I am a simple girl, little introvert.
I believe everything is possible if we are dedicated enough, hard times come and go and good things happen to good people. I feel proud of being Nepalese. In future, I want to be a veterinary government officer.
    I join this program in order to explore myself among new faces to make new but true friends an...d gain new experiences and knowledge. 'Mero sathi project' attracted me a lot. It's a very good project that aims not only exchange of culture and knowledge but also helping the victims of devastating earthquakes. It's really touchy that Japanese are helping us as a good friend. I want to give my big thanks to all in Japan and AAEE team.

See you all soon!!
THANK YOU

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Shradha Bhatta

 Hello all,
I am Shradha Bhatta, a social work student in St. Xavier's College. Soon after my graduation I am planning to work for the betterment of homeless senior citizens in Nepal.
I believe that this Student Exchange Program will definitely enrich us with lots of good experiences and learning. A very big thank you to the organising committee. Besides, I would like to welcome the Japanese participants.
Looking forward to seeing you all soon.
Thank you.

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Sriya Shrestha

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Self-introductions of the Nepalese Participants.(1)

 

First and foremost, I want to take this opportunity to thank all the people who made this program successful.
Hi. I am Sriya Shrestha, currently studying "Soci...al Work" at St. Xavier's College (sophomore year). And I'm planning on majoring in Psychology in the future. I love to read and travel and interact with people. The reason I signed up for this program is to gain new experience and also expand my social horizon.
I'll be looking forward to meet all of you guys.
Thank you.

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Yoshiki Seki

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Self-introductions of the Japanese Participants.(9)

 

sabai rai Namaste!Mero nam Yoshiki seki and I'm a freshman of Sophia University Japan.
I major in global-studies because I'm interested in development educatio...n.

First, I would like to tell you why I joined this tour. Actually I lived in Nepal for 1and half year when I was class 10.
Staying in Nepal for long time was not easy for me at first. Different culture,different food, and specially everyday's power cut... The life in Nepal was much different from that of japan.
But those were not big problem for me. Because people around me(specially my nepali host family and friends) supported me so much. I was often moved by their kindness. I had never experienced those kindness in japan!
I love Nepal from bottom of my heart. so I was very sad about what happened in Nepal 3month ago.
It's hard to describe in words how I felt when I first heard about the news that big earthquake happened in Nepal. I was very sad,but soon I decided to take action for Nepal.
That is why I decided to join this tour.
Now, our team members are working very hard in japan. As you know we are student so there are not so many thing that we can do, but we are trying our best for this project.
We are very looking forward to seeing you guys!!!
And I can't wait for speaking Nepali too!
Sayonara~!

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Nanatsu Matsushita

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Self-introductions of the Japanese Participants.(8)

 

Hello,everyone!i'm Nanatsu Matsushita and a freshman of Sophia University.I'm interested in developing countries (about its women especially) so I major in glob...al-studies.Noewadays,we work hard in Japan in order to make this Nepal study tour as great project. Members of this study tour in Japan have ability to think and reliable people. I like them.As for me personally, there is an interest in issues related to women in developing countries. However, this time I want to learn not only on women but also culture and personality of Nepal, everything. In addition, actually go to the local, I want to see the true picture of Nepal. My English skill may not lead.
But I’ll do my best!I’m looking forward to seeing you.!!Let's build up the best study tour together😊✨

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Yuto Sato

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Self-introductions of the Japanese Participants.(7)

 

Hey,guys! I’m Yuto, Yuto Sato. Nice to meet you! This is my first year of Sophia University and I enjoy this university life!
However, what do you think about G...od? Ya, this is so big question for everyone y’know. It seems that some of Japanese young people didn’t believe some religions. Why? And what they’re basis? Or, is it impossible to solve the issue through Interfaith dialogue, not by force? That’s what I want to learn in university; religions study.
Anyway, I join this study tour because I want to find myself. I didn’t find out what I want to do at the future now. I hope this tour experience make me more strong.
Of course, I'm looking forward to the day I can meet you guys!

Allow me to use this opportunity to offer my thanks.
Thank you everyone who support me and thanks for this amazing project.
What makes this world beautiful?
THIS IS IT.

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Hiromu Aonzoh

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Self-introductions of the Japanese Participants.(5)

 

Hi I'm Hiromu ANZOH please call me ANZOH! I'm freshman of Seikei University in Tokyo I study political science especially Japanese history of politics. I like ...to read books, listen to music, touring on sunny day.
I join this project to see the real world and happily society in Nepal . It's my first time to go to Asia, so I'm very interested in going to Nepal.
In Japan, I can't feel comfortable atmosphere at my community. People are too busy and don't have enough smile.
I want to know what is really important on my life, money?love?smile?

This will be good opportunity to think about this.
I'm looking forward to seeing you guys in Nepal.
Thank you!
Hiromu ANZOH

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Kento Koshigae

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Self-introductions of the Japanese Participants.(4)

 

Hello!!! I’m kento KOSHIGAE, a freshman of Sophia University. I major in global-studies.
I want to work not only for myself but also for others in the future: ...for my family, for those who have supported me in many ways, for our society and for those who are in need, I want to work especially hard for those who face severe poverty in the world. Therefore, I would like to study global issues such as environmental problems and the gap between the rich and the poor.

I ‘d like to talk about why I’m here. After entering Sophia University, I spent my days aimlessly. When I saw my sister study hard to make her dream come true, I thought I had to do something to change myself. Last May, I happened to get the information about this program. I thought it would make me change in some ways. I signed up for it.
I’m looking forward to study together!!
Let’s do what we can for now! There is nothing we cannot do!!!!
Thank you!!!!!!!!!
Kento KOSHIGAE

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Kenya Yamada

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Self-introductions of the Japanese Participants.(４)

 

Hello,everyone
Im kenya yamada. a freshman of a Aomori public university.I am studying about the local economic problems in aomori.
I joined this program becaus...e i wanted to see how the rest of the world and japan looked from a different perspective. and As all of you know there was a big earthquake. But that does not mean that all happiness is gone. I would especially like to see the children happy. I'd like to do what I can for the children.

im looking forward to see everyone. make better world together.
Thank u

Call for participation for Nepalese Students!

   Call for participation for Nepalese Students for the August Exchange program with Japanese Students from 14th-24th August, 2015. Please apply. Hurry ! Limited seats available.
Asia Association of Education and Exchange (hereafter AAEE) has been conducting its activities in Nepal extensively for the past few years. The aim of AAEE is to promote interlinkages between students of Asia. In keeping with this primal aim, it has been conducting various activities between Japanese st...udents and other students of other parts of Asia. Nepal, from the very inception of the organization, has been one of the regions for the cultural exchange between students.

    In light of this, AAEE would like to call for participation of undergraduate students (Bachelors Level or High School Passed) in its August exchange program with Japanese undergraduates to be held from August 14th-August 24th. The program will include activities which aim at increased cultural exchange between the two groups of students. The students will travel to Gorkha, and Pokhara in addition to participating in activities in Kathmandu.
    Interested Nepalese applicants are requested to send an application along with their academic qualifications (CV preferred) to sharadks@hotmail.com no later than 20th July 2015. Japanese participants have already been confirmed.
Total Number of Seats : Seven (7)
Total Cost of the Program : Rs. 3000 (details of payment to be disseminated after the selection). The total cost includes food, travel and accommodation outside Kathmandu in a twin sharing basis.
Contact Email - sharadks@hotmail.com

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Self-introductions of the Japanese Participants.(３) Haruka Shibata

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Self-introductions of the Japanese Participants.(３)

 

Hello, everyone. I’m haruka SHIBATA, a freshman of Sophia University. I omit the explanation of my faculty since Mitsuhiro has already stated it. But I’m intere...sted in politics especially, so I’ll major it in the future.

I joined this study tour in expectation of getting new values by visiting Nepal, where I did not know very well. I have been to some European countries like France and German, but I have never been to Asian country except Thai land.
Throughout discussing with that study tour member, I got a new objective. What I tell many Japanese my experience in Nepal is my new goal. I expect experience that will be good for my future dream (becoming a journalist?) of this tour.
I’m really looking forward to go to Nepal. I want know much charm of Nepal.
Let’s make amazing study tour together!
THANK YOU!
Haruka SHIBATA

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Mitsuhiro Abe

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Self-introductions of the Japanese Participants.(2)

 

Hi, I'm Mitsuhiro ABE, a freshman of Sophia University, and a member of this program and study-tour in Nepal. At Sophia University, I major in global-studies li...ke area-studies, international-relationship or something else like them. Also, I belong to G-Splash(street dancing crew)

I joined here because wanted to consider myself and broaden my horizon by visiting where I've never been and interacting with people or students I haven't known. So I just hope we'll meet soon in this summer and am looking forward to talking with each other and sharing our idea.
I have never experienced studying abroad or home staying in my life. But it makes me excited about the program. Let's make the best tour and have greatest summer together!!
I can't wait for seeing you.
Thank you.
Mitsuhiro ABE

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Aki Kaneko

Mero Sachi Project in Nepal (Aug 14-25), Self-introductions of the Japanese Participants.(1)

 

Hello! It’s humid right now in Yokohama where I live…
Well, let me introduce myself briefly!!
I’m a freshman at Waseda University. I belong to the School of Po...litical Science and Economics, and I’m major in international political science and economics.
I love traveling abroad, and I’ve been to Canada, USA, Switzerland, Singapore, Australia, Malaysia, and so on. But I’ve never been to Nepal, so I’m really looking forward to going.
I used to read books or watch TV in my free time, but since I joined Japan Model United Nations, my daily life have changed. Now, I do research for the Model Conference most of the time.
Anyway, I’m proud of being one of the Japanese member of this study tour, and I’m expecting this would be one of the most fantastic experiences for the rest of my life.
Thank you!

Aki KANEKO

State of Children in Indonesia

State of Children in Indonesia 

　 Right after a recent economic boom in Indonesia, almost one third of the population continues to live under the poverty line. Since then this country has not succeeded in improving the living conditions of all its families. And also many children on the remote islands of Indonesia are deprived of enough access to food, water and healthcare. 

　 The next state of children in this country is the high child mortality rate, where nearly more than 40% of Indonesian children die before the age of 5. Newborns, for another example, are the victims of several diseases like low weight which is very much common in this country. More than 7,500 children live in the streets of the capital. 

　　

The picture was taken recently in Jakarta where two school kids pass by the five street kids. It is indeed disconcerting to know this large number of children being affected. These children, who often leave their homes after experiencing domestic violence, sexual abuse or poverty, are bound to put themselves to their own devices in the streets. They struggle to get money and food in order to survive in these unsanitary conditions. Getting married at the young age is another phase of life here. Many young girls get married before they turn 18, mainly in remote and underprivileged regions. And still the tradition continues to survive. On the other hand, many children are under child labor. As they have to meet their basic needs, most of them are bound to involve in domestics and agricultural labors. 

　Despite Indonesian law grants free education to everyone, this law has not been applied in all the states. A large number of Indonesian children do attend primary schools. However an alarming number of these children do not continue on to the secondary level. The need to earn money becomes a higher priority than education, which not only happens in Indonesia but in all parts of Asian countries.

Reading Under Stress!

Reading Under Stress!

 Yes, I believe most readers and students around the globe face too much stress. It's depressing to listen to teenager students with soulless eyes telling you that they have nothing to look forward to in life because they are just too tired. We go to schools, colleges, and universities to study. But I guess most people don't understand the purpose of studying.

    In many Asian societies the purpose of education is not personal development, but rather a way to screen the elite from the rabble. You don't go to school to learn about the world and yourself, you go to become number one. Today's students are ranked on their ability to memorize answers of their respective subjects which I think have no relevance to their future careers. It's not just a personal tragedy, but also a national one. Singapore students are ranked as the smartest students in whole Asia. On the contrary, those students are also on the highest ranks for facing too much stress. The same exists in HK, Korea, Japan and China. Personally, I've known many students at my own university who are ranked the best, but in my experience they are terrible at thinking out of the box and coming up with new ideas or new ways to get things done. Do well in school and you're set for life, fail and you're screwed forever. That's what people say!

    If students are already burnt out of 16 with these silly ideas, they won't have the passion, creativity, and imagination to change the world when they're 30. Our world depends on today's generation of kids. And we must change the way people think, act and speculate about education.