A study on the current situation and role of intermediary support toward a multicultural society

Focusing on municipalities in Nagasaki Prefecture

Abstract

This study aims to clarify the current situation and role of intermediary support toward a multicultural society in municipalities in Nagasaki Prefecture. After summarizing the barriers that foreigners face, a hearing survey was conducted with intermediary support organizations in Nagasaki Prefecture. The study found that the form of support was tailored to the characteristics of the area of activity and the targets of support. It also found that there are multi-layered relationships between each organization. It also pointed out that support that incorporates the perspective of "machizukuri" plays a role in connecting not only Japanese and foreigners, but also local communities and foreigners, and is important in aiming for a multicultural society.