To
organize/participate in various activities which have the purpose of bettering
each aspect of our overall environment.
What
is meant by “each aspect of our overall
environment?”
Our
overall environment can be divided into three parts: the Natural Environment
which means the natural surroundings upon which our lives depend (including the
atmosphere, water resources, plants, animals, etc.); the Social Environment
which refers to situation of the society around us as well as in other places
where we have contacts; the Inner Environment which relates to the individual’s
spiritual condition.
It goes without saying that these different
parts are interconnected and it becomes most meaningful and effective to work on
the three in conjunction. On the one
hand, the worsening of any one of these environments tends to corrupt the
others. On the other hand, the
betterment of one part generally affects the other parts in a positive way. It is therefore our mission to work on all of
these fronts simultaneously. At JAMBO,
therefore, we work on the betterment of each of these parts through the
following activities (which will hopefully be expanded with the passage of
time).
1) The Natural Environment
A) Hiking Activities (mostly in the Kanto Plain around Tokyo)
B) Reconnecting with Nature Activities
C) Environmental Restoration Projects (Area beautification, tree planting, garbage pick-up, etc.)
D) Raising of funds to support Environmental groups
2) The Social Environment
A) Promotion of International Understanding (through language education, intercultural get-togethers, etc.)
B) Working with the Disadvantaged
C) Raising of funds to support development efforts and the disadvantaged
3) The Inner Environment
A) Holding of periodic spirituality meetings (to promote a sense of peace, joy and openness)
B) Offering of a mentoring program for those wishing to do service work
Why JAMBO ?
JAMBO is a Swahili greeting, and is often said with a big smile which is often associated with the peoples of East AfricaIn English, JUMBO means large, grand, and brings to mind a feeling of openness.
Our work at JAMBO International Center seeks to develop such a sentiment of welcomeness and openness to ALL life around us, starting with that within our physical vicinity. On the other hand, our charities are largely used to raise monies for the people and natural environment of Africa (especially East & South) since this is considered as one of the most ‘neglected’ areas of the world (an area which seeks connection outside itself) as well as home to some of the world’s most hospitable people and incredible natural creatures environments.