A future female leader is born in Tokyo Bay! Promoting SDGs and gender equality through hands-on children’s cafeteria x Mrs.’s competition
*NPO Lion Heart*
Press release: September 11, 2024
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A future female leader is born in Tokyo Bay! Promoting SDGs and gender equality through hands-on children’s cafeteria x Mrs.’s competition *～Eliminating the experience gap that goes beyond the gap between rich and poor! Children develop confidence and futures on the runway~* Last year’s competition and kids runway
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The Miss & Mrs. Global Earth Tokyo/Gunma/Shizuoka Competition will be held on September 20, 2024 (Mrs. Global Earth Tokyo/Gunma/Shizuoka Competition) to produce female leaders who shine aesthetically and intellectually and actively work on global environmental issues and gender equality under the SDGs. It will be held on Friday) at Hotel InterContinental Tokyo Bay, and there will be a special performance by NORA, the vocalist of the Latin band “Orquesta de la Luz” who has participated in Kodomo Shokudo Kids Runway and Kouhaku Uta Gassen. * (HP: https://mrs-global-earth.tokyo/
*A day when a new era of female leaders and children who will carry the future shine*
The “Mrs. Global Earth Tokyo/Gunma/Shizuoka Tournament” will be held on Friday, September 20, 2024 at Hotel InterContinental Tokyo Bay (Kaigan 1, Minato-ku, Tokyo). The purpose of this competition is to promote the SDGs and gender equality, and to produce female leaders who have social influence.
This year, for the fifth consecutive year, children from the NPO Lion Heart [a 365-day experience-based children’s cafeteria] will participate at the invitation of the Global Earth Tokyo Club, a general incorporated association, and a kids’ runway will also be held.
The children will take on the big stage after two months of training in cooperation with the Mrs. Global Earth Tokyo Tournament.
* [Event Overview] *
* -Name- “Mrs. Global Earth Tokyo/Gunma/Shizuoka Tournament”* * -Event time- Friday, September 20, 2024 Doors open at 13:00, start at 14:00* * -Venue -Hotel InterContinental Tokyo Bay*
* -Address- 1-16-2 Kaigan, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-8576*
-Special Guest- Vocalist NORA (Orquesta de la Luz)
-Supporting companies-InterContinental Hotel Tokyo Bay, ProLab Holdings Co., Ltd.
MAT First Class Architect Office Co., Ltd., Matsunaga Construction Co., Ltd., Bears Co., Ltd.
Medicube Co., Ltd., Marco Co., Ltd., TEETH HEART
*Kids Runway: Children from Kodomo Shokudo and a single mother who recovered from depression participated last year*
In this competition, children who go to children’s cafeterias learn from the finalists things that they would not normally experience, such as walking, yoga, butt muscle training, and meal etiquette, dress up, have their hair and makeup done, and after passing an audition, appear on the kids runway. I challenge you.
This year’s contestants range in age from 5 years old to 6th graders, and the way they stand on stage with confidence symbolizes their growth and hopes for the future. *
This kind of experience is especially valuable for children from poor families or single mothers, and it helps them develop the courage and strength to express themselves in front of others, the ability to express themselves, and the cooperative spirit that allows everyone to work together to create a single stage. is attracting interest. Also, last year, a special entry slot was given to a single mother who uses the children’s cafeteria, and she was selected as a finalist and received a special award. *
– It was a lot of fun. I was nervous to walk at first, but I tried my best to shake off my nervousness and was able to walk (4th grade of elementary school).
– At my first runway show, everyone told me to do my best, so I wasn’t embarrassed (1st grade)
– Practicing was hard, but I had fun walking on stage wearing a cute dress and hair and makeup (5th grade)
* * – *I didn’t think I would be able to participate financially, but I am very grateful to have been given this valuable opportunity. * * By studying myself and being able to disclose myself through speeches, I was able to free myself from my past self and feel at ease. *
[Last year’s content]
– Number of participants – 8 people (1st to 6th grade) – Practice period – 2 months from late July to late September
-Training menu by finalists – stretching, muscle training, walking, Pilates lessons
*Photos/Last year’s situation
stretching with kids
Pilates lessons by finalists
Present from the office after the audition
The children came up with the poses
Brilliant dress-up and smile
The final pose between the children and the participating mothers! *Orquesta de la Luz vocalist NORA makes a special appearance* Vocalist NORA
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NORA, vocalist of the Latin band “Orquesta de la Luz”, appeared as a special guest at this year’s Mrs. Global Earth Tokyo competition. She, who has also participated in the Kohaku Uta Gassen, will brighten up the competition with her energetic performance. *
*Characteristics of Mrs. Global Earth Tokyo Competition*
The Mrs. Global Earth Tokyo Competition is not just a beauty competition, but a place to contribute to society and an opportunity to bring out the infinite potential of women. This competition is a platform for women who are both beautiful and intelligent to proactively tackle social issues such as the SDGs and gender equality. The contestants set out a vision for realizing a sustainable society and take a step forward as leaders who fulfill their social
responsibilities.
* One of the big differences from other Mrs. Contests is that it doesn’t end on the day of the contest, but continues through club activities*
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You can further deepen your learning by participating in “Culture and Education” events. Based on the SDGs of global environmental issues and gender equality, we are working to tackle food loss, support children’s cafeterias, seek understanding about unpaid housework and childcare, and provide specific support for improving work styles. *
Support for [365 Days Children’s Cafeteria/NUKUNUKU]
Walking lesson by finalists
Decorative sushi shop
Christmas present presentation ceremony
*Comment from Mrs. Global Earth Tokyo event organizer Asako Hasegawa* Tournament organizer Asako Hasegawa
* “This year’s competition also provided opportunities for children to express themselves on stage in line with important themes such as the SDGs and gender equality.*
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The children at Kodomo Shokudo dreaming through the runway is the first step to creating the future. We will continue to move forward strongly with the aim of realizing a society where women shine. ”* *Comment from Nobuyuki Oikawa, Chairman of NPO Lion Heart, a 365-day experience-based children’s cafeteria *
Lion Heart Chairman Nobuyuki Oikawa
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“Thanks to the support of Mrs. Global Earth, children are able to stand on a real stage and spend precious time that they would not normally have. Through opportunities like this, children can pursue their dreams and grow towards the future. It’s a great joy for us to be able to watch over them.”
*About “NPO Lion Heart” which operates a children’s cafeteria* logo
Introduction of support contents
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We are an NPO in Edogawa Ward that has the philosophy of “A rich and happy life for all children,” and works to address disparities in experiences due to educational disparities and poverty, and “supports the growth of children and parents.” *
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Mainly a children’s cafeteria that is open 365 days a year, free cram school 5 days a week on weekdays, free school for children who do not attend school, free food distribution for single parents, high school counseling sessions for all junior high school students, employment for parents and children. We provide a wide range of support. *
[Children’s cafeteria monthly total number of people]
300 children, 250 adults
[Food pantry (free food distribution to single-parent households and economically disadvantaged families)]
14 locations in Edogawa Ward, 1 location in Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, 302 registered user households
[Supporting companies] (quoted from the website)
Keiyo Suzuki Memorial Foundation, Akaihane Community Chest, Ashito Visit Rehabilitation Acupuncture and Massage Clinic
Ippin Shokudo, Kirin Welfare Foundation, Kewpie Mirai Tamago Foundation, Kuriyama Motor Co., Ltd.
Second Harvest Japan, Shinsei Foods Co., Ltd., Dai-ichi Life Insurance Co., Ltd., Tokyo Daily Co., Ltd.
Tokyo Star Bank, Ltd., Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Matsuya Funabori Salon, Maruha Nichiro Co., Ltd.
Social Welfare Corporation Marubeni Fund, Pal System Tokyo, . UPS, children and youth support platform “HOPE”, Rengo Tokyo
[Overview of our company]
Organization name: Specified non-profit organization Lion Heart Address: 2-33-11 Shikabone, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo 133-0073
Chairman: Nobuyuki Oikawa
Established: January 11, 2018
Business details: Children’s cafeteria, free school, food pantry/bank, educational support, learning support
* HP: * * https://npo-lh.com/*
cooking for kids and adults
Commemorative photo before serving
Meal situation
*About “Global Earth Tokyo Club, General Incorporated Association” which hosts Mrs. Global Earth*
Mrs Global Earth Tokyo Logo
Last year’s tournament Grand Prix
【Company Profile】
Company name: Global Earth Tokyo Club General Incorporated Association Head office location: 1-28-2 Shoto, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Representative: Asako Hasegawa
URL: Company name: Global Earth Tokyo Club, General Incorporated Association Head office location: 1-28-2 Shoto, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Representative: Asako Hasegawa
URL: https://mrs-global-earth.tokyo/
*Contact information*
NPO Lion Heart Public Relations Officer Suzumi Sato
Phone number: 090-6653-8227
Email address: lionht810@gmail.com
Interview inquiry form https://forms.gle/NfWAXWhFbRiwdQFN9