Kyoto University and the United Nations University will co-host a symposium under the theme of “Gender in the World” to deepen discussion on gender equality from a global perspective and to consider future prospects for Japanese universities and academic research within an international framework.
As consideration of gender balance is becoming an international imperative, we hope you will consider attending this valuable opportunity for a lively exchange of ideas.
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Symposium Outline
| Event Title | “Gender in the World” Kyoto University and United Nations University Joint Symposium |
| Date & Time | 2 December, 2024 (Mon) 14:00～16:30（Doors open at 13:30） |
| Venue | Yamauchi Hall, Shiran-Kaikan ※You can also participate online. |
| Program | Opening Remarks: Kyoko Inagaki, Director (Gender Equality) Lecture: Gender in the World: Why Diversity is Needed Sawako Shirahase, Senior Vice President, United Nations University, Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations Specially Appointed Professor, Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences, The University of Tokyo Panel Discussion: Moderator Masahiro Hasuo, Professor and Director (Education), Department of Mechanical and Physical Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Kyoto University Panelists ・Sawako Shirahase, Senior Vice President, United Nations University ・Kimio Ito Professor Emeritus, Kyoto University and Osaka University, Director, National Women’s Education Center ・Ayae Kinoshita, Assistant Director, Kyoto University; Professor, Department of Human Health Science, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University |
