Japanese NGOs Inspire Environmental Awareness at SD GMIM 4 Tomohon: A Collaborative Step Towards Sustainable Education
Members of the AEON Retail Workers Union Japan and Japan Asian Friendship Society (JAFS) visited SD GMIM 4 Tomohon, one of the largest elementary schools in Tomohon City, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Their visit was part of a meaningful effort to support environmental education and promote green awareness among children. The event brought together representatives from Japanese NGOs (JAFS), the headmaster, teachers, and students. School Principal Fientje Mawikere, S.Pd.., warmly welcomed the guests, emphasizing the school's role within the GMIM Maranatha Paslaten congregation and its significance in the local education system, with over 600 students enrolled. This heartwarming encounter took place on 26th June 2014, coinciding with the school's exam results day. Although most students were already on holiday, the school remained vibrant with the excitement of the occasion. After the school welcome, the group proceeded to the slopes of Mount Mahawu for a tree planting activity a...