Ms. Momoko NOJO, founder of the organization "No Youth No Japan"

Ms. Momoko NOJO, founder of the organization "No Youth No Japan"

2024-10-21 17:30:00

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In October 2024, PIPA welcomed its Japanese guest, Momoko NojoMs. Nojo is a researcher, author, and activist specializing in youth political participation and gender equality. She founded No Youth No Japan to encourage young Japanese people to vote and engage politically.Who is Ms. Nojo?As youth participation in elections declines in Japan, 25-year-old Momoko Nojo founded the nonprofit organization No Youth No Japan. Her goal: to encourage young Japanese people to vote and engage politically.Committed to defending sexual minorities, Ms. Nojo launched the Fiftys mentorship program in September 2022. This initiative supports candidates under 40 from sexual minorities.Ms. Nojo's visitHer program focused on two key themes: "Youth, Political and Civic Engagement" and "Gender Parity and Equality in Politics".Diverse and Enriching MeetingsMs. Nojo began her visit at the Center for Analysis, Planning, and Strategy (CAPS), where she met with various representatives from the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs.(Left) Ms. Momoko Nojo and Ms. Anne Muxel at the Sciences Po Political Research Center. (Right) Mission officers for Asia and Multilateral Affairs & Latin America/Paris Peace Forum at CAPSExploring Youth-Focused InitiativesMs. Nojo visited several key locations, including:La Cité Audacieuse, a multi-association space dedicated to women’s rights.The Youth District of Paris City Hall, designed to mobilize and support young people.The Climate Academy, a learning and awareness space focused on climate issues.She also visited a student community space in Pantin and met political streamer Jean Massiet, creator of a Twitch program aimed at reconnecting Generation Z with politics.Ms. Nojo and Mr. Massiet, political streamerConverging views between France and JapanDuring her discussions, Ms. Nojo noted several similarities in the aspirations of young people in both countries, particularly regarding gender equality, anti-discrimination efforts, and environmental activism.What’s next?Ms. Nojo remains highly motivated to continue her efforts to raise awareness among Japanese youth.Would you like to connect with Ms. Nojo?Visit the contact section of our website to submit your request.

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