We deliver good news this week!
Two Filipino families who supported by APFS received Special Permits for residence. When they called the APFS office, the voice of the family members was more than impressive. Doing this line of work, we have to face many sad things, but moments like this are really fortunate ones…
The provisional release of a Burmese female member, who was detained while applying for refugee status, was also approved. She said delightfully “Today I came to the office, but it is strange to walk around freely after three months…” In comparison with her dark facial expression during our meetings while she was detained, now she was really glowing.
About Us
- APFS
- APFS was established in the late 1980's when “newcomers” (the latest wave of immigrants) were making their way to Japan in great numbers. Japan was at the height of an economic bubble. However, it was long before the word “multiculturalism” became widely acknowledged in Japanese society, and foreign residents in Japan often had to face harsh reality of prejudice and oppression at their work place and in their daily lives . Under such circumstances, APFS was formed by Bangladeshi and Japanese members with the aim of creating a flourishing multicultural society in Japan based on a trusting relationship among its members. APFS started its history by fostering friendship between the Bangladeshi and Japanese, but we today have over 3200 members from 13 different countries. Living in Japan as a non-Japanese resident can be quite tough sometimes., particularly if you are a undocumented migrant. APFS provide support to non-Japanese residents through our consultation service that covers various issues such as medical care, visa status and labour problems. We also put a lot of effort into education programs to raise awareness regarding cultural diversity in Japanese society.