Chairman, The Nippon Foundation/WHO Goodwill Ambassador for Leprosy Elimination/Special Envoy of the Government of Japan for National Reconciliation in Myanmar
[Leprosy] Due to the impact of COVID-19, efforts to realize zero leprosy, including those in Africa, have stalled. To reignite the activities in Africa and worldwide, I climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro and raised the 'Don’t Forget Leprosy' banner at the summit, Gilimans Point (5,685m).
[News-Love Pocket Fund]
@NipponZaidan
introduced the doctor car at Nippon Medical School with the support of Love Pocket Fund. I would thank
@ksngtysofficial
for joining the ceremony and appreciate
@ingkgrofficial
@ktrsngofficial
for their commitment to the betterment of society.
[QRT-Love Pocket Fund] Thank you for sharing the article. I was quite impressed by the enthusiasm of the trio, who said they can be happy by being kind to others.
[Blog] My new blog post; "Doctor Cars Donated by The Nippon Foundation, 3 Ex-SMAP Members to Fight COVID-19"
@ksngtysofficial
said: “Nothing is more important than life. I am very grateful to those who donated money to the fund.”
[Blog] My new blog post; "“Don't Forget Leprosy” Campaign Marks 20th Anniversary as an Ambassador for Leprosy Elimination (2)"
We must not allow
#leprosy
to be left behind, even amid the pandemic.
@WHO
@DrTedros
@TNFandSHF
New doctor car of Trauma and Acute Critical Care Medical Center has arrived!
New SUV doctor car can play an active role in disasters, and was purchased through the donation of the Nippon Foundation and LOVE POCKET FUND.
Thank you for your support.
#東京医科歯科大学
#tmdu
[Vatican Business Trip: Day5] I had an audience with His Holiness Pope Francis at the Vatican on January 26, 2023, during which I requested the Pope’s support in eliminating leprosy and the prejudice and discrimination associated with the disease.
[Blog] "
@NipponZaidan
to Double the Number of Ukrainian Evacuees It Supports to 2,000 (1)"
While financial assistance is important, it’s not enough on its own. It’s also crucial to follow up on evacuees day-to-day lives in Japan.
@UKRinJPN
@KorsunskySergiy
[Sports]
@HEROs_sportsman
, launched in 2017, promotes activities by athletes that contribute to society. This year, the Heros Awards were bestowed on Mr. Choji Murata,
@terasu114
,
@CHIBAJETS
, and
@micaholic1981
. Congratulations!
[Speech] My message at the webinar "Introduction to "Don't Forget Leprosy" campaign";
Even as the world tackles COVID-19, we must strengthen our efforts against an old enemy
#leprosy
. Together we can bring our long fight to a conclusion.
@DrTedros
@TNFandSHF
@WHOSEARO
@ApalIndia
[Swiss Business Trip: Day2] It was nice to meet Your Excellency,
@mqueiroga2
,Minister of Health, Brazil. I would appreciate your efforts and believe that Brazil can eliminate leprosy with the Brazilian method.
@minsaude
[Sports] Congratulations on your winning the Gold and Silver Medals at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo and thank you very much for visiting The Nippon Foundation.
@maronaaron0225
I value what the Indian govt does and would want other countries to follow suit—proactively find new cases. The rise in the new case numbers isn't negative but rather welcoming as it would lead to medication and cure.
#leprosyIsCurable
via
@IndianExpress
[What is Today] The Nippon Foundation was established on October 1, 1962. My appreciation to all those who have supported The Nippon Foundation and for contributing to the betterment of society.
[Blog] My new blog post; "I Have Private Audience with Pope Francis, Encouraged to Continue Fight Against Leprosy (1)"
Pope Francis stated, “It is important and encouraging that the disease is curable.”
[Leprosy] When people are still being discriminated against even after they have been cured, then society has a disease. If we can cure society of this disease, discrimination, it would be truly epoch-making.
@DrTedros
@TNFandSHF
[Ocean] I would like to express my appreciation to
@Surangeljr
for visiting our foundation. I hope your Japan visit will be fruitful.
@PalauEmbassy
@OfPalau
[Speech] My message at the side event of the Tokyo Nutrition for Growth Summit.
@SAA_africa
has now placed “nutrition-sensitive agriculture” as one of the three major pillars of its activities. I am happy that we conclude the partnership agreement with
@HarvestPlus
.
[Speech] My speech at150thAnniversary of Discovery of M.leprae
What I want to tell you today is leprosy is not a disease of the past: it is an ongoing disease. We must continue to send the message throughout the world that leprosy must not be neglected at any time.
@DrTedros
@UiB
[Speech] My message at UN Ocean Conference Side Event, NEXUS
@ocean_nexus
was launched in 2019. More than 300 like-minded researchers have already joined us to work toward the far-reaching goal of achieving a just and equitable ocean.
@nereusprogram
[Leprosy] I would like to express my appreciation to H. E. David W. PANUELO, President of the Federated States of Micronesia for sparing the time despite your busy schedule. It was nice to discuss several global issues including leprosy.
@POTFSM
@FSMPIO
[Leprosy] Here is my interview by
@GlblCtzn
. Leprosy is a human rights issue and has been a common problem for humankind for millennia. Let’s keep working together to defeat leprosy. I would appreciate
@JackyHabib
and
@OliviaKestin
for their cooperation.
The day of the end of the war in Japan, Aug 15, 1945. I offer my heartfelt prayers for the repose of the souls of all who lost their lives during that war which was extremely fierce and harsh.
[The first workday of 2023] I continue to put all my heart and soul to strive for humanitarian activities with my 3 principles of action: passion, patience, and perseverance.
[Swiss Business Trip: Day4] The 38th Sasakawa Health Prize. I would like to congratulate Dr. Ruamviboonsuk and wish him every success for the future.
@DrTedros
[Ethiopia Business Trip: Day4] Having a coffee time with
@ErgogieTesfaye
. I would like to express my appreciation for your hospitality at the very nice traditional place.
[Speech] My message at the UN Ocean Conference Side Event.
I think we can well say the contribution of Palau was instrumental in establishing the current global momentum of protecting the riches and blessings of the “Mother Ocean” that supports life on Earth.
@OfPalau
@Surangeljr
[Leprosy] Here is a short clip of my activities with my colleagues to realize a leprosy-free world. I reiterate my threefold message; leprosy is curable, free treatment is available, and discrimination has no place.
@antonioguterres
@DrTedros
[Blog] My new blog post; "I Have Private Audience with Pope Francis, Encouraged to Continue Fight Against Leprosy (2)"
I told the pope: "This one photograph will help persons affected by leprosy all over the world." He said: “I salute your activities.”
[India Business Trip: Day2] Nice to see you again, Madam Singh in India. Your continuous support for leprosy elimination activities would be always highly appreciated.
@WHOSEARO
[Fellowship] I made a speech at the Certification Ceremony of
@WMUHQ
Sasakawa Fellow.
Let us continue to contribute together to realize a wonderful world based on this strongly bonded family of Sasakawa Fellows.
[Malaysia Business Trip: Day2] My appreciation to
@AmirudinShari
and it was nice to discuss about several social issues which Japan and Malaysia can tackle together.
[What is Today] May 5 is the national holiday in Japan called Children's Day celebrating the healthy growth of children by displaying Japanese armor. It is originally the day of the Iris festival which drives away the evil spirits. This tradition started more than 1000 years ago.
[The last work day of the year] Thank you very much for all your support this year. It was my great pleasure working with you all. I wish you a prosperous 2023 filled with health, happiness, and success.
[Ethiopia Business Trip: Day4] I showed up on the
@ebczena
program to explain about leprosy. Leprosy is curable, treatment is free and discrimination has no place.
[International Relations] I discussed global issues with H.E. Ms. Mary Robinson, Chair of
@TheElders
and the 7th President of Ireland.
It was nice to meet Your Excellency again and thank you very much for visiting our foundation.
[Blog] My new blog post; "Teaming Up with Sazae-san, Main Character in World’s Longest-running Cartoon Show, to Promote the Ocean and Japan Project"
@Umitonippon
@machikomuseum
No person perhaps galvanised, inspired, cajoled and even shocked the disability rights movement both in India and internationally as much as
@javed_abidi
did. As we struggle to come to terms with the huge loss and void created by his sudden demise...
[Blog] "Japanese Student Volunteers Report on Their Activities in Poland to Help Ukrainian Evacuees (1) "
The first two 15-member groups of Japanese university student volunteers have returned to Japan.
@nfvolacen
@KorsunskySergiy
@UKRinJPN