The “Plan for the Promotion of Multicultural Coexistence in Local Communities (revised in September, 2020)” formulated by Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) cites “the creation of a ‘new normal’ by realizing a society of diversity and inclusion,” “contribution to regional revitalization and globalization by international residents,” and “activeparticipation of international residents in local communities and securement of a diverse workforce.” Based on these, the university will promote coordination and cooperation with localcommunities, and assist in enabling harmonious participation of international students, faculty and staff in local communities.① To prohibit prejudice, discrimination and harassment based on race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, etc.② To accurately learn about different cultures, and deepen mutual understanding③ To provide initiatives and support for promoting intercultural cohesion4)Multicultural Coexistence１．PurposeThe university’s goal is to create an environment in which people of different nationalities, regions, ethnicities, languages, etc. can deepen their mutual understanding and respect each other’s cultures, customs, societies, histories, etc. while equally engaging in education and research, and in which they can live with peace of mind.２．PolicyIn the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (adopted by the third General Assembly of the United Nations on December 10, 1948), proclaimed to respect and observe human rights and freedoms, Article 1 states “All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. They are endowed with reason and conscience and should act towards one another in a spirit of brotherhood.” and the first paragraph of Article 2 states “Everyone is entitled to all the rights and freedoms set forth in this Declaration, without distinction of any kind, such as race, color, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status.” As such, the university will act based on “a common standard of achievement for all peoples and all nations.”３．Our Initiatives① Cross-cultural Understanding for Student and International Exchange in Local Communities10
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