The role of public organizations in migrant settlement

What is it about?

Japan is currently facing some problems because its population is decreasing, people are getting older, and there are fewer people available to work. To address these issues, one suggestion is to allow more foreign workers to come to Japan. However, this is being done without having a clear plan for immigration and helping these workers integrate into society. In 2006, the Japanese government started a program called tabunka kyōsei, which aims to help foreign residents become part of Japanese communities. This article talks about the challenges of immigration and integration in Japan, especially at the local level where international exchange centers are supposed to help.

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Why is it important?

The article examines the existing immigration and integration programs in Japan and looks for ways to improve them based on the actual needs. It also discusses the role of international exchange centers, how they implement government policies and use resources, and how involved foreign residents are in these centers' activities. In summary, the article reviews how well foreigners are integrating into Japanese society and economy, and analyzes how international exchange centers contribute to this process.