AVP on Yohei Sasakawa,

Yohei Sasakawa, Chairman of The Nippon Foundation was conferred a Doctor of Humanities, honoris causa. His citation read: In recognition of 4 deades of work to eliminate leprosy and the discrimination that persons with leprosy endure; for his leadership in establishing networks among governments, the academe, and civil society to address global humanitarian and development issues; the Ateneo de Manila University confers on Mr. Yohei Sasakawa the degree Doctor of Humanities, honoris causa. September 10, 2019, Areté, Ateneo de Manila University.