Updated on: January 23, 2007 20:00
NPOs in Hamamatsu
NPOs in Hamamatsu
A Summary of Community-Based Organizations in Hamamatsu
There are about 300 community-based organizations (CBOs) in Hamamatsu, 10% of which are registered as having non-profit corporate status.
The local city and government authorities run two civic centers. These centers provide residents with facilities such as office space and the use of office equipment, but they do not offer management support.
TThe following list is not exhaustive but is intended to give a rough idea of the diverse objectives and activities of Hamamatsu’s CBOs. Generally their work falls into the following categories:
- Social Welfare and advocacy
- Environmental Protection
- Child Care Provision
- Care for the Elderly
- Cultural and Intercult
- Japanese Language Education
- Medical Support for Foreign Residents
- Information Technology Support for the Socially Excluded
- Support for People with Disabilities
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