[Forwarding] Hybrid Identities and Collective Creativity: Growing Up in South Africa, Living in Taiwan and Japan

atsukoansai
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Here is a forwarding of the event announcement from our JSAS member, Professor. Meyu Yamamoto of Ritsumeikan University. If you know international students, please let them know.

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There is growing attention to Third Culture and Mixed Heritage individuals in both academia and civilsociety. This gathering examines their contributions to contemporary Africa–Asia relations and reflects on future challenges and possibilities. The two speakers grew up as individuals of Asian heritage in South Africa between 1995 and 2015, a pivotal period as the country transitioned to a multi-ethnic, multicultural society. Through lived experiences and creative community initiatives, we will explore new perspectives on transnational identity, cultural mediation, and emerging forms of interregional engagement in an open, conversational setting.

Date & Time: Sunday, March 8, 2026 | 13:30 – 16:30 (JST)

Venue: Meeting Room 3, 5 th Floor, Shinjuku City Totsuka Community Center,

2-18-1 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0075,

3-minute walk from Takadanobaba Station (JR, Tokyo Metro, Seibu Shinjuku Line)

https://www.tcc-tokyo.net/access/

Language: Mainly in English

Speakers:

Yi-Ju Tsai (Elu Tsai), Founder, Speak Up and Laugh

Presentation: “From Third Culture to Shared Futures: Comedy as a Bridge Between Africa and Asia”

Neo Freedom Tsuyama, African Youth Meetup

Presentation: “Building Community Across Borders: The Role of African Youth Initiatives in

Japan”(working title)