NGK Group Social Contribution Activities Policy
The NGK Group establishes herein the NGK Group Social Contribution Activities Policy and will actively engage in various activities to realize a sustainable society.
1. Basic Approach to Social Contribution Activities
The NGK Group is committed to sustainability management for realizing its philosophy and vision and achieving sustainable growth. We recognize that the understanding and trust of stakeholders and local communities are essential for developing a business environment. Through our social contribution activities, we work with everyone involved in our domestic and overseas operations to help create safe, secure, and vibrant communities and address social issues.
At the same time, we enable our employees to engage in social contribution activities to take part as members of society and to experience the value of social contribution activities to realize a future filled with happiness and smiles. Through these activities, we expect employees to learn and grow, and that these experiences will foster a sense of unity and belonging.
2. Areas of Activities
To realize a sustainable society, the NGK Group contributes to the growth of local communities by addressing social issues and promoting a society where everyone can take on new challenges through the following activities.
Initiatives to Nurture the Future
We support the learning and development of future generations and strive to create an environment where diverse individuals can thrive in a variety of fields, contributing to the sustainable development of our neighboring communities. Through learning opportunities, we seek to foster a society that values mutual respect for diversity and inclusion, enabling everyone to shine. Supporting people who take on challenges and make efforts in areas such as culture, the arts, and sports, we facilitate activities that bring courage, inspiration, and happiness to people.
Creating Sustainable Local Environments
Guided by the NGK Group Environmental Vision, we work in partnership with the local communities to maintain and preserve sustainable environments. We focus on advancing carbon neutrality, promoting a recycling-oriented society, and harmony with nature. Through these efforts, we also raise environmental awareness among our employees.
Ensuring Safety and Security in Local Communities
Through disaster relief efforts, local events, and a variety of community engagement activities, we strengthen our ties with people in need and the communities where we operate. We also strive to expand our network of cooperation so that we can contribute to the safety, security, development, and well-being of local communities.
3. Information Disclosure
We regularly share information about our activities so that all employees of the NGK Group can understand the purpose and significance of these activities. We also disclose information about our initiatives on our website and other communication channels to strengthen our relationships of trust with our stakeholders.
Social Contribution Activities
Japanese Language Learning Support for Foreign Children Living in Japan
NGK has been offering Japanese language learning support for foreign children living in Japan since 2022. In cooperation with the Aichi Employers' Association and the Central Japan Economic Federation, we provide our facilities to the Isshiki Cosmos Support Study Group (a voluntary organization based in Komaki, Aichi Prefecture) and the MIRAI Project (a general incorporated association based in Handa, Aichi Prefecture). In addition, NGK employees serve as assistant teachers using our volunteer leave system.
Wheelchair Tennis Support Initiatives
NGK has actively supported wheelchair tennis since 2020 as part of our support for persons with disabilities and promotion of local sports.
We assist wheelchair tennis athletes based in Aichi Prefecture in various ways, such as helping to fund their travel both in and outside of Japan. To accommodate wheelchair tennis players and enthusiasts alike, we built a new hard court and made the outdoor restrooms barrier free at the NGK Group company-operated Moronoki Tennis Club (Midori-ku, Nagoya City).
NGK has also concluded an official partner agreement with the Japan Wheelchair Tennis Association (JWTA), with whom we work to sponsor annual events, competitions, and other opportunities for expanding and developing the sport of wheelchair tennis.
Reforestation Activities: NGK Minnano Mori Mizunami
Responding to the concept of nature positivity, the NGK Group is promoting initiatives that position the conservation and restoration of biodiversity as a critical issue.
We are working to create a rich natural environment through reforestation activities in NGK Minnano Mori Mizunami, a forest owned by NGK in Mizunami, Gifu Prefecture. NGK cooperates with the local government to support the local beekeeping industry, and creates and enhances opportunities to learn about the natural environment.
Science Volunteers Sharing the Joy of Science with Children
NGK, as a manufacturing company, has been introducing the joy of science to children leading the next generation through the "NGK Science Site: Science Experiments You Can Do at Home" series, featured in science magazines like "Newton." Employee Science Volunteers participate in various science events across Japan to demonstrate such experiments.
TABLE FOR TWO Initiatives
NGK has been participating in the TABLE FOR TWO (“TFT”) program since September 2010. TFT is a volunteer activity in which employees can easily participate. When an employee eats a healthy meal at the company cafeteria, we contribute the equivalent of one meal (20 yen) to children in Africa. The program is active at all NGK cafeterias (eight cafeterias in four areas).
In addition, NGK Yu-Service, NGK Metex, and NGK Fine Molds in the NGK Group participate in the TABLE FOR TWO program through on-site vending machines.
Volunteer Participation at Marathon Festival Nagoya-Aichi
The NGK Group participates in group volunteer activities at the Marathon Festival Nagoya-Aichi to promote this big event held in our hometown.
Promotion of Social Contribution Activities by Employees
Volunteer Leave System
NGK has established a volunteer leave system to help employees participate in volunteer activities aiming to encourage personal growth through social contribution and diverse experiences.
Inquiries
For questions or inquiries about the NGK Group’s social contribution activities, please contact us via the “Inquiries about social contribution activities” form below.