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Dr. Kumi Abiru is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Culture, Media and Society, Faculty of Letters, Arts and Sciences. Her research focuses on educational sociology, specifically examining children's and youth's spaces, social education practices, and the intersection of education with community development.
- Key research areas: Education, Social Education, Youth Studies, Community-Based Education
- Major awards: Paper and Book Encouragement Award (2013)
Dr. Abiru's recent publications (2016-2023) explore educational spaces, youth transition challenges, and the philosophical dimensions of 'ibasho' (place). Her work reveals trends in participatory learning environments and the evolution of child-centered educational frameworks.
She leads research projects on sustainable youth support practices and cross-disciplinary minority social movements, receiving funding from Japan Society for the Promotion of Science. Her syllabus includes advanced seminars on human relations, children's culture, and social pathology across graduate and undergraduate programs.
- Scientific awards
- Paper and Book Encouragement Award (2013)
Dr. Abiru's career spans 2004-2025 with continuous engagement in educational reform, authoring/co-authoring 15+ books and publications. Her presentations and research projects emphasize policy development for child/youth spaces and intergenerational educational practices.
