University Students from Japan visit Sogeri Primary School and Varirata National Park as Part of the JENESYS Program

As a part of the JENESYS Program, 10 university students from Japan visited Sogeri Primary School and Varirata National Park to observe the activities of JICA. This visit provided a valuable opportunity for the students to experience the local education environment firsthand and learn the importance of international cooperation.

The students observed lessons conducted by JICA Volunteers, Mr. Todaka Masa and Mr. Uchiyama Shota, and were deeply impressed by the PNG students' enthusiasm for learning and their bright smiles. These JICA Volunteers have been making their continuous efforts to enhance traditional blackboard-based teaching methods by incorporating more interactive and participatory approaches.

After visiting Sogeri Primary School, the students proceeded to Varirata National Park, located in the same area, where they observed the outcomes of the JICA’s technical cooperation project, "Project for Biodiversity Conservation through Implementation of the PNG Policy on Protected Areas". This Project focused on enhancing the management system of Varirata National Park and developing a sustainable park management model involving local communities. The students explored the information center and walking trails established through the initiative, allowing them to experience the rich natural environment of Papua New Guinea firsthand.

Through this experience, the students deepened their understanding of different cultures and broadened their global perspectives. This visit also served as a valuable opportunity to further strengthen the friendship between Japan and Papua New Guinea, fostering enthusiasm for future exchange activities.