TOKYO, Japan, July 11, 2024 – Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, teamed up with local non-profit Mirai no Mori to conduct a hiking program for disadvantaged children from care homes in the Greater Tokyo Area.
17 FedEx team members volunteered and 29 children participated in various outdoor activities including team-building exercises, hiking, and a riverside clean-up near Mount Mitake in western Tokyo. The children were encouraged by FedEx team members to think independently and develop creative solutions to the challenges they encountered during the activities. The FedEx team also shared their knowledge on the importance of caring for the environment along with tips for adopting a more sustainable lifestyle.
“The hiking program seamlessly aligns with the FedEx core value of connecting people and possibilities,” said Kei Alan Kubota, managing director of FedEx Japan. “By supporting learning experiences that encourage Japanese youth to be environmentally conscious, we are not only paving the way for a more sustainable future, but also contributing to the sustainable development of Japan. This program teaches young people about the importance of preserving the planet for future generations while providing a valuable opportunity for our team members to make a positive impact in the community.”
In Japan, approximately 23,000 children live in care homes[1]. The hiking program is designed to provide empowering experiences and learning opportunities for these children through outdoor activities such as hiking, forestry, and rafting. These activities aim to equip the children with essential life skills that will help them forge their own paths after they leave the care system at the age of 18.
This initiative is part of the FedEx Cares global community program. To learn more about FedEx Cares initiatives across Asia Pacific read here.
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[1] Japan Children and Families Agency