Collaboration with Communities & Support Organizations

Foreign Communities

SICPF assists with community activities created mainly by foreign residents living in Japan. In addition, we support public-benefit corporations mainly geared towards the foreign community living in the Sapporo area.

【Example of cooperation】

Support Organizations

Medical English/Interpretation Seminar

The SICPF is working to support interpreters who have acquired professional knowledge and interpretation skills in the medical field who can assist foreigners in overcoming the language barrier and so they can receive medical treatment with peace of mind. In addition, we are raising the standards for medical professionals who can communicate in foreign languages.
For details on courses, please check the seminar & event information.

Study Sessions for Medical Interpreters

Since FY 2016, SICPF has held practical study sessions for medical interpreters with groups of volunteer medical interpreters in the city.
Co-organizer: NPO SEMI Sapporo, Sapporo Chinese Medical Interpretation Group (SCI)
For details, please check here (Japanese).

International Exchange Forum for Sapporo Area Universities

The International Exchange Forum for Sapporo Area Universities was established in July 1989 to build a network for universities in the Sapporo area share issues relating to international exchange. The Forum is currently active with the main goal being exchanging information and promoting research on international affiliations and multiculturalism at universities and junior colleges in the Sapporo area. The Sapporo International Communication Plaza supported its activities at the time of its establishment, and has been appointed to manage secretarial duties up to now.

International Exchange Forum for Sapporo Area Universities Official Website