Survey on the Sustainable Management of<i> Kodomo shokudo</i> (eateries for children) : Based on Current Situation and Issues

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  • こども食堂の継続的な運営に関する検討—現状と課題を踏まえて—
  • こども食堂の継続的な運営に関する検討 : 現状と課題を踏まえて
  • コドモショクドウ ノ ケイゾクテキ ナ ウンエイ ニ カンスル ケントウ : ゲンジョウ ト カダイ オ フマエテ

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<p>This study aimed to elucidate the current state of kodomo shokudo (eateries for children) and their challenges, as well as to consider measures necessary for sustainable management. In July 2017, we conducted a self-administered questionnaire survey on 200 kodomo shukudo managers across Japan (response rate: 51.0%). Approximately 60% of all facilities answered through self-evaluation that they were under good management conditions. These facilities utilized subsidies and grants, and tended to have more participants and staff. On the other hand, facilities frequently raised issues related to manpower and cost as challenges, such as “training new leaders” and “securing operating costs”. Many facilities also reported “distributing information about kodomo shokudo to those who need it” as a challenge. These challenges highlight the need for public administration, relevant organizations, the community, and schools to collaborate in supporting kodomo shokudo, as well as to offer fine-tuned support that caters to the requirements of each facility.</p>

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