Driving Inclusion: SEISA Donates Sports Wheelchair
Sports have always played an essential role in shaping individuals and communities. Beyond entertainment and competition, they promote physical fitness, mental well-being, social connection, and character development. Whether played professionally or recreationally, sports offer life lessons that extend far beyond the playing field.
Para-sports hold a special place in advancing social inclusion. They provide a platform for athletes with disabilities to be recognized not for their limitations, but for their skills, determination, and achievements. Para-sports challenge stereotypes, inspire communities, and foster vital conversations about accessibility and equality.
Creating a competitive sporting environment for athletes with disabilities requires more than just enthusiasm. While accessible and adaptive equipment is essential to enable performance, the true foundation lies in empathy and understanding.
In an effort to promote sports two distinguished representatives from SEISA- Foundation for Global Children, Japan—Mr. Hiroako Ishida (International Program Manager) and Mr. Yosuki Ishii (Executive Director)—visited Bhutan as part of a recent four-day program. The Foundation is an integral part of the SEISA Group, Japan.
On 14th August, five wheelchairs were generously donated to the Bhutan Paralympic Committee. This contribution was made possible through the joint support of the SEISA Group, the Foundation for Global Children, and Nippon TV, Japan.
This donation is more than just the provision of sports equipment—it is a step toward making dreams possible. As the Bhutan Paralympic Committee trains athletes and expands opportunities, such generous support helps provide essential facilities and fosters hope for a brighter future.
The visit was also held in remembrance of the late Yasuo Miyazawa, the visionary founder and former President of the SEISA Group. Born in 1949 in Machida, Tokyo, Mr. Miyazawa earned a Master’s Degree in Sports Sciences. He opened an after-school learning center called Tsurugamine Seminar (later renamed TsurusSemi) in Asahi-ward, Yokohama. Starting with just two students, this small initiative eventually grew into the SEISA Group, which today serves over 30,000 students from kindergarten to college.
The name SEISA means “Star Raft,” inspired by a historical Chinese event where people aimed to reach the stars in a raft built from all kinds of logs—long, short, thick, and thin. This metaphor reflects the beauty of diversity and the importance of uniting unique individuals toward a shared goal.
The SEISA Group’s unwavering generosity has been a beacon of hope for Bhutan’s sporting community, lighting the path toward a more inclusive and compassionate future. Their support is not just about resources—it is about believing in dreams, breaking down barriers, and standing beside those who strive against the odds.
