International Conference on Trauma Recovery 2026
Care Innovation
through the Integration of Science, Technology, and Art
Monday, July 20, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:30 PM ｜ Doors open 12:30 PM
Hybrid (In-person, Online via Zoom, and On-demand)
In-person attendance limited to 380 participants.
Registration will close once capacity is reached.
2026
International Conference on
Trauma Recovery
Care Innovation
through the Integration of
Science, Technology, and Art
In-person attendance limited to 380 participants.
Registration will close once
capacity is reached.
Organizer
Organizer
Co-organizer
Sponsor
Supporters / Supporting Organizations / Partners
Supporters
Supporting Organizations
Partners
Healing from Psychological Trauma
Trauma Recovery Is Possible.
Healing from Psychological Trauma
Trauma Recovery
Is Possible.
This is the conclusion we have reached through 10 years of research conducted across 13 countries around the world, and it is the most important message we want to share at this conference.
The journey of trauma recovery belongs to the survivor. Each survivor is able to choose their own way of moving forward — their own pace, their own path. That journey may have its ups and downs, and moments of setback — and that is completely natural.
And along the way, having a supportive presence that gently accompanies the journey is essential.
At this conference, we will introduce the foundational principles of “Trauma Recovery Informed Practice (TRIP)” , developed from the voices of survivors, along with new possibilities for support through advanced technologies like AI, and through the power of art.
Even after experiencing deep emotional trauma, everyone deserves to heal. Toward a society where this becomes possible for all survivors — a “Trauma Recovery Society” — we hope to take this important first step, together with you.
Conference Highlights
International Perspectives
Learn from the latest insights shared by researchers and practitioners from
around
the world.
Interdisciplinary Approach
Integrating psychology, healthcare, technology, and art.
Bridging Theory and Practice
Presenting practical support models alongside academic research.
Who should attend
- Professionals and practitioners in trauma care and mental health
- Those working in healthcare, social welfare, education, and justice sectors
- Researchers and students
- Survivors and individuals with lived experience
- Anyone interested in innovative approaches combining technology and art in care
Program Schedule
MC：Utako Ikeda
▪️12:30 Doors Open
▪️13:00 Opening Remarks
▪️17:30 Closing
MC：Utako Ikeda
▪️12:30 Doors Open
▪️13:00 Opening Remarks
▪️17:30 Closing
Haruto Okabe
Japan Representative of the United States-Japan Foundation (USJF)
Akemi Tomoda
Professor, Division of Child Maltreatment Prevention Research
Research Center for Child Mental Development, University of Fukui
Messages
Haruto Okabe
Japan Representative of the
United States-Japan Foundation (USJF)
Akemi Tomoda
Professor, Division of Child Maltreatment Prevention Research
Research Center for Child
Mental Development,
University of Fukui
“Trauma from Gender-Based Violence: The Process of International Integration Across 13 Countries”
Denise Saint Arnault (MiStory, University of Michigan)
“What is Trauma Recovery? A Cross-Cultural and Gender Influences”
Laura Sinko (Temple University, Our Wave, MiStory)
“Supportive Social Networks and Typologies of Trauma Recovery Processes”
Kleio Koutra (Hellenic Mediterranean University, MiStory)
“Trauma Recovery-Informed Practice”
Sachiko Kita (MiStory)
“Trauma from Gender-Based Violence: The Process of International Integration Across 13 Countries”
Denise Saint Arnault (MiStory, University of Michigan)
“What is Trauma Recovery? A Cross-Cultural and Gender Influences”
Laura Sinko (Temple University, Our Wave, MiStory)
“Supportive Social Networks and Typologies of Trauma Recovery Processes”
Kleio Koutra (Hellenic Mediterranean University, MiStory)
“Trauma Recovery-Informed Practice”
Sachiko Kita (MiStory)
“Trauma Recovery × Technology”
Panelists:
Sachiko Kita (MiStory)
Kyle Linton (Our Wave)
Edward Chang Ko Ling (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)
Chen Qiqi (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)
Ryutaro Yoshida (IoZ.jp Inc.)
Hidetoshi Yamato(YNEXT LLC)
Koji Ogawa (K.O. System Works Co., Ltd.)
“Trauma Recovery × Art”
Panelists:
Laura Sinko (Temple University, Our Wave, MiStory)
Kazuko Matsumoto (NPO Saya-Saya)
Kyle Linton (Our Wave)
Sachiko Kita (MiStory)
Nobuko Oyabu（STAND Still）
“Trauma Recovery × Technology”
Panelists:
Sachiko Kita (MiStory)
Kyle Linton (Our Wave)
Edward Chang Ko Ling (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)
Chen Qiqi (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)
Ryutaro Yoshida (IoZ.jp Inc.)
Hidetoshi Yamato（YNEXT LLC）
Koji Ogawa (K.O. System Works Co., Ltd.)
“Trauma Recovery × Art”
Panelists:
Laura Sinko (Temple University, Our Wave, MiStory)
Kazuko Matsumoto (NPO Saya-Saya)
Kyle Linton (Our Wave)
Sachiko Kita (MiStory)
Nobuko Oyabu（STAND Still）
STAND Still
Survivor Photo Exhibition
On Display in the Lobby
What Became Visible After Standing Still
Caption Reading
of Artworks
Panel Discussion 2:
“Trauma Recovery × Art”
Panelists
Event Information
Monday, July 20, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:30 PM
(Doors open at 12:30 PM)
St. Luke’s International University, Alice C. St. John Memorial Hall
Hybrid
(In-person, Online via Zoom,
and On-demand)
Japanese & English
(Simultaneous interpretation available)
Venue & Access
Alice C. St. John Memorial Hall, St. Luke’s International University
10-1 Akashi-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0044, Japan
- Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line – Tsukiji Station
From Exit 3 or 4, walk straight with Denny’s on your left (approximately a 3-minute walk) - Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line – Shintomicho Station
From Exit 6, turn right at the first street and continue straight (approximately a 5-minute walk)
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How to Participate
You may choose from the following three participation options.
All participation options include one month of on-demand access.
In-person
Please come directly to the venue on the day.
For simultaneous interpretation, please bring your smartphone and earphones (wired or Bluetooth).
Zoom + On-demand
A Zoom link will be sent
to your registered email
address prior to the event.
After the conference, a recording will be available for one month.
On-demand
A recording link will be sent after the event and will be available for one month.
Tickets & Pricing
In-person Participation
Includes 1 month of on-demand viewing access.
| Type | Price |
| General | ¥2,000 |
| Supporter Ticket | ¥3,000 |
| Survivor ／ Affected Person | ¥1,000 |
Online Participation (Live via Zoom)
Includes 1 month of on-demand viewing access.
| Type | Price |
| General | ¥2,000 |
| Supporter Ticket | ¥3,000 |
| Survivor ／ Affected Person | ¥1,000 |
On-demand Viewing
Available for 1 month after the conference.
| On-demand Access | ¥2,000 |
- Advance registration required
- In-person participation limited to 380 attendees
(first come, first served) - Registration deadline：June 30, 2026
- On-demand registration deadline：July 21, 2026, 17:30 (JST)
Fee waivers are available upon request.
Please contact: USA.JPN@ourwave.org
◆ Donation ◆
◆ Donation ◆
We also welcome optional donations from those who wish to support the mission of this conference.
Donation receipts and related information will be provided by email upon request.
| Donation Amount | ||
| ¥2,000 | ¥5,000 | ¥10,000 |
- Donation deadline: July 21, 2026, 17:30 (JST)
◆ Notes ◆
◆Notes◆
- Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Sales may close once capacity is reached.
- Program and speakers are subject to change.
- Recording or redistribution without permission is prohibited.
- Personal information collected during registration
will be used solely for event communication,
participation guidance, and event administration purposes.
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