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Otagaisama - Your Help With Kindness Will Make Our Society Better

Offered By: TEDx via YouTube

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TEDx Courses Social Entrepreneurship Courses Social Capital Courses Community Engagement Courses Creativity Courses Imagination Courses Kindness Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the concept of "social capital" and its impact on societal efficiency and economic strength in this 15-minute TEDx talk by social entrepreneur Ryota Furuya. Discover how traditional Japanese shopping streets ("shotengai") exemplify the benefits of strong social ties, providing community services like street security and informal education. Learn about the importance of combining modern communication technologies with human kindness to rebuild social connections. Gain insights into Furuya's background in public policy, international relations, and internet business, and his efforts in regional revitalization projects. Understand the potential of creativity and imagination in recreating social capital for a better society.

Syllabus

Otagaisama – your help with kindness will make our society better | Ryota Furuya | TEDxOgikubo


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