Anti-Sexual Assault Certification Set for Japan Cram Schools
The Japan Juku Association has launched a voluntary certification system for cram schools to prevent sexual violence against children. This initiative includes requirements like security camera installation and staff training, following the government's upcoming implementation of a DBS-style background check system.
Why it matters
It addresses growing concerns regarding child safety in private educational settings in Japan, providing a framework for accountability where government oversight is limited.
Tokyo, Oct. 10 (Jiji Press)--A Japanese public-interest association has established a system to certify "juku" cram schools taking sufficient measures to prevent sexual violence against children, with requirements including the installation of security cameras in classrooms.
The move comes ahead of the Dec. 25 launch of a Japanese version of Britain's Disclosure and Barring Service, which obliges facilities including schools and licensed nurseries to check the sexual offense records of teachers and others whose work involves contact with children.
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