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Japanese experience in stakeholder involvement: ICRP Dialogue meetings

Nuclear Regulation Authority, 1-9-9 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-8450, Japan.

Abstract

The International Commission on Radiological Protection initiated a forum for dialogue with the parties concerned (ICRP Dialogue) to support the rehabilitation of living conditions after the Fukushima nuclear accident. Ten meetings have been held as of the end of 2014, involving a wide variety of participants including the local residents, authorities, NPOs, experts, professionals, media and foreign representatives. Through sharing information and experiences among various parties, the Dialogues have fostered an awareness of the human dimension and the importance of self-help protective actions assisted by relevant experts. Such understanding will be essential for the development and implementation of a radiological protection strategy in the complex situations of the affected areas.