JICA Volunteer and Sogeri Primary students Introduced PNG’s Culture at Kansai Osaka Expo 2025.

On April 15, 2025, JICA Volunteer Mr. Uchiyama participated online in the “Junior SDGs Camp” at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, and gave a presentation on the culture of Papua New Guinea (PNG) and his educational support activities.

PNG’s Traditional Culture Shared by Sogeri Primary School Students
During the presentation, a traditional dance performed by Grade 4 students from Sogeri Primary School, was introduced to the audience. The colorful costumes and energetic performance captivated the attention of the Expo visitors and sparked their interest in the Papua New Guinean culture.
Mr. Uchiyama also shared information about his educational support work and the current state of the education system in PNG. He highlighted daily learning at Sogeri Primary School and efforts to address various challenges in the classroom.

Encouraging Interest in the SDGs through Q&A
After the presentation, a Q&A session was held with the Expo visitors. Questions were raised about the daily livelihood of children in PNG, their school environment, and how they are tackling environmental issues.
Mr. Uchiyama responded by sharing concrete examples from the field, including efforts in Sogeri to address waste management.
These discussions encouraged the Expo visitors to reflect on the SDGs as something relevant to their own lives.

JICA will continue to promote mutual understanding and contribute to the realization of a sustainable society through initiatives like this.