Volunteer Activity Support Office

Keio University (hereinafter referred to as "the University") believes that volunteer activities by its students, pupils, children, and faculty/staff not only produce results for the activities themselves but also lead to the cultivation of social skills and independence in those who provide support. Therefore, we widely solicit information regarding volunteering. However, as an educational institution, we must place the utmost importance on ensuring safety and educational considerations in these activities, and thus we have established these guidelines.

1. Target Participants

The Volunteer Activity Support Office (hereinafter referred to as "the Office") targets students, pupils, children, and faculty/staff enrolled at the University for volunteer activities. Organizations seeking volunteers should specify their intended target participants according to the nature of the activity when applying to the Office.

2. Activities Not Covered by the Office

The Office will not handle information regarding activities or organizations that fall under the following categories:

(1) Activities and organizations that violate laws and regulations

(2) Activities and organizations involving anti-social forces

(3) Activities and organizations deemed contrary to public order and morals

(4) Activities and organizations that support specific political parties, politicians, or political beliefs

(5) Activities and organizations that proselytize for a specific religion

(6) Activities and organizations that are for-profit or lack social contribution

(7) Paid activities (reimbursement for actual expenses such as transportation and meals is considered unpaid)

(8) Activities requiring specific qualifications (driver's license, doctor, nursing, caregiving, childcare, etc.)

(9) Activities based on requests from individuals

(10) Activities or organizations for which continued acceptance is deemed difficult based on activity reports under Section 4, etc.

(11) Other activities where the risk of volunteering is high or that are deemed inappropriate or unsuitable as volunteer initiatives

3. Insurance Coverage for Volunteer Activities

To prepare for accidents during activities (personal injury and liability to third parties), enrollment in accident insurance for volunteers or the provision of insurance premium subsidies is mandatory.

4. Reporting on Volunteer Activities

Those who participate in volunteer activities are required to submit a report after the activity ends. This information will be used as a reference for future acceptance decisions and may also be used for public relations activities regarding the University's volunteer initiatives.

Keio University provides information on volunteer activities to its students, pupils, children, and faculty/staff.

If you wish to provide information about volunteer recruitment, please enter the required information in the form below.

After considering safety and other factors, we will disseminate the information within the University.

Please refer to the "Guidelines for Volunteer Activities at Keio University" for activities that are not eligible for dissemination within the University.  

When participating in volunteer activities, please be sure to enroll in volunteer insurance to prepare for any unforeseen accidents.

You can apply for volunteer activity insurance directly at the counter of your local municipal Council of Social Welfare.

In addition, please ensure that the activity does not interfere with your studies or student life, and confirm that it complies with the "Guidelines for Volunteer Activities at Keio University" before participating.

Volunteer activities recruited by Keio University and volunteer information requested for posting by volunteer organizations will be listed in the Volunteer Information for Keio students.

Prefectural and designated city Councils of Social Welfare have established (or provided functions for) Volunteer and Citizen Activity Centers to provide information and consultation regarding volunteer and citizen activities. Please check the Volunteer Centers across Japan.

There are various student organizations within Keio that engage in volunteer activities.

Please refer to the student organization introduction site for details on the activities of each student organization.

Students who have participated in volunteer activities should submit an activity report using this form.