“Disaster Preparedness Seminar” was held for international students！

On April 25, a “Disaster Preparedness Seminar” was held for international students with the cooperation of NHK WORLD-JAPAN at Sakigake-Hokumei Exchange Hall.

First, Yuko Aotani, a freelance announcer, gave a seminar on disaster prevention in English with videos and quizzes. 39 international students participated in the seminar. Participants enjoyed learning about disaster prevention through seminars, the demonstration of portable toilet, and the earthquake experience using VR goggles. Following this, the Evacuation Drill was held for the residents of the international student dormitories “Sakigake” and “Hokumei”, in which 86 people including Japanese students participated in a simulated fire drill.

  After the Drill, participants enjoyed Karaoke and Beer Pong at the Welcome Party.