--- title: Kansai Soka High School Students Visit the Kroc School description: "On Monday, January 29th, the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies (Kroc School) welcomed 14 students from Kansai Soka High School in Osaka, Japan, who have been delving into human rights issues, with a particular focus on nuclear proliferation and disarmament. All Kansai Soka programs are built and guided by a simple principle: never build your happiness on the misfortune of others." image: https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/XG9ywqERBBlC7QgPN-Ji2kjvrxe6Nx-b-4zHXtDbqf8CHLRlU9QwbAb6FsFLOZ0uZtt5BlXRhv8CVFuK3YTZwdGj9S4Uw9ZD4qRtSzuDOu9J2gmhiE1wf6hOu_e_BZs3mVKTSB4jezuY1_2R436pSB8 --- [Skip Navigation](https://krocstories.sandiego.edu/peace/the-innovating-peace-blog/kansai-soka-high-school-students-visits-the-kroc-school#main) [![University of San Diego](https://krocstories.sandiego.edu/hubfs/KROC/%5BKROC%5D%20Branding%20Assets/logo-usd.png)](https://www.sandiego.edu/) [Joan B. 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Kroc School of Peace Studies (Kroc School) welcomed 14 students from Kansai Soka High School in Osaka, Japan, who have been delving into human rights issues, with a particular focus on nuclear proliferation and disarmament. All Kansai Soka programs are built and guided by a simple principle: never build your happiness on the misfortune of others. During the visit, 5 of the Kansai Soka students delivered presentations introducing the school and its foundational beliefs as well as some of the research they have done revolving around the nuclear proliferation and disarmament conversation and the role of gender equality. The main focus of their research on this topic stemmed from the research question “Students of which gender identity show interest in nuclear weapon disarmament?” ![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/G2iGd1xJGEilU1fdXMraAUEqRYqAmfxfrNhskF8XYIE5VG6i4l-dCXDxOhP2UAt6BruzsnCWEFrJGw9h6NBEWTmxH9wtwULDOqdPmN1u48D09GK2SrGmeFk7jDlomkVetEhDiBJy22rQ5vX75j7ZTvU) *Kansai Soka High School students with Kroc School students during the presentations* The research surveyed high school and college students in Japan, the US, and Canada. The results indicated a positive correlation between interest in nuclear issues and the likelihood of participating in peace-related events, with women consistently showing higher interest and engagement in wanting to address the nuclear disarmament issue and that cultural and societal norms and roles placed on women have led to a decrease in their representation and lack of access to education that promotes the understanding of the nuclear peace efforts. Following their presentation, the Kansai Soka students were able to engage in fruitful discussions with Kroc School faculty and students to further the conversation around gender equality and the process of achieving that goal of a gender-equal society. **![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/XG9ywqERBBlC7QgPN-Ji2kjvrxe6Nx-b-4zHXtDbqf8CHLRlU9QwbAb6FsFLOZ0uZtt5BlXRhv8CVFuK3YTZwdGj9S4Uw9ZD4qRtSzuDOu9J2gmhiE1wf6hOu_e_BZs3mVKTSB4jezuY1_2R436pSB8)** *Kansai Soka High School students at the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies* The Kansai Soka High School students are not just studying global issues; they are actively contributing to positive change at a very young age. Their research on gender and nuclear disarmament demonstrates a commitment to inclusivity and challenges us to think beyond traditional boundaries in our pursuit of peace and security. As they continue their journey, the Kroc School of Peace Studies can undoubtedly find inspiration in their efforts to make a meaningful impact on the world, and we are thrilled to be able to host these Changemakers at the Kroc School.  *To learn more about the Kroc School of Peace Studies and our partnership with Soka University,* [*check out our webpage here*](https://www.sandiego.edu/peace/about/partnerships.php)*.* ![Kroc School](https://krocstories.sandiego.edu/hubfs/USD-SPS-logo-reverse-3.png) About the Author [Kroc School](https://krocstories.sandiego.edu/peace/the-innovating-peace-blog/author/kroc-school) The Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies (Kroc School) at the University of San Diego is the global hub for peacebuilding and social innovation. Founded in 2007, the Kroc School equips the next generation of innovative changemakers to shape more peaceful and just societies. 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