FIVE students from Selwyn College will participate in the ‘Youth Ambassadors for World Tsunami Awareness’ program in Kumamoto, Japan that will take place from October 19 to 25.
The five form four students representing Selwyn College and Solomon Islands are: Jordan Urwin Manehegna Kuruwai, Benny Hovell Oligaro, Rynella Rakeli Hamutagi, Monica Leoa Boe, Stella Liana Maebiru.
The Form Four students, chosen for their outstanding academic achievements, will depart for Japan this Thursday, accompanied by their college principal, Mr. Edwin Rogemana.
In a short meeting at the Anglican Church of Melanesia (ACOM) Provincial Headquarters conference room with ACOM Education Secretary Mr. Desmond Waita, Mr. Rogemana expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity.
“This is a very good opportunity for our students at Selwyn College to go out and learn about this natural disaster. It is very important for Selwyn College as we are located near the shoreline,” he remarked.
He also extended his gratitude to the Japanese Embassy for selecting Selwyn College for this prestigious summit.
The program aims to educate young participants from around the world on the history of tsunamis in Japan and various initiatives to mitigate the risks associated with earthquakes and tsunamis.
In addition to attending seminars, the students will visit local schools in Kumamoto to learn about their tsunami preparedness plans and other disaster risk reduction activities.
The delegation from Selwyn College will join students from 42 other countries in this global initiative. This program will provide a platform for participants to share their own experiences and learn from one another, fostering an exchange of knowledge and culture.
This project is part of the Japan-China International Solidarity Project on Afforestation and Tree-planting. Through this initiative, youth from China and other nations are invited to Japan to engage in environmental and disaster prevention activities, such as tree planting, disaster preparedness seminars, and visits to relevant institutions. The project aims to raise awareness about disaster risk, build knowledge, and promote understanding and friendship between the participants and Japan.
This opportunity not only allows them to learn about disaster preparedness but also strengthens Selwyn College’s commitment to promoting safety and environmental stewardship within the Solomon Islands.
