In February 2024, we conducted a social business exploration class for first-year students at Shizuoka Futaba High School as part of their public curriculum.

We regularly collaborate with Shizuoka Futaba High School for extracurricular activities and work with the social studies teachers and a student group called For Staff Friend, which supports children.

You can view the activities here.

Additionally, Seibo is implementing the following initiatives for public curriculums:

Relevant Topics and Seibo’s Connections (Textbook Syllabus Reference)

Chapter 3: We as Economic Entities
“Understanding how fair and free economic activities lead to the efficient allocation of resources, the role played by government and other institutions in maintaining a functional market economy and enhancing national welfare, and the need for balancing active economic activities with respect for individual autonomy.”

Topic 9 (Changes in Society and Professional Views: Corporate Activities)
“Through examining the roles and types of companies, and considering the mechanisms of corporations and their social responsibilities, students will express their ideas with reasoning.”
In a society where typical companies and corporations are prevalent, Seibo is introduced as an example of a rare social business organization in Japan. By highlighting Seibo’s work, we challenge the notion that companies are solely profit-driven and connect students with the issues of social responsibility.

Topic 13 (Globalization of the Economy)
Through collaborative efforts, we help students understand real-world issues and challenges related to the globalization of the economy. The progression of globalization emphasizes the importance of addressing global issues such as poverty, inequality, and environmental challenges.

By introducing international cooperation and the importance of international coordination, students can take on Japan’s role in these issues as their own and strive to find solutions. We hope to help students understand the connection between Japan and Malawi through Seibo’s work.

Malawi, one of the poorest countries in the world, may seem distant to the students, but through Seibo’s work, students can realize that poverty and various social issues are not merely someone else’s concern. This experience can help them cultivate a global perspective.

Part 3 (We as the Key Players in Building a Sustainable Society)
“Global Issues—Considering Fair Trade”
We provide materials such as an introduction to the Warm Hearts Coffee Club, visualizing the process from harvest to sales, and sharing profit distribution, enabling students to learn about fair trade-related businesses.