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Tackling Harassment in the Age of Generative AI

In today's rapidly evolving workplace, the emergence of Generative AI and business chat tools brings new layers of complexity to understanding and addressing harassment. Impression Learning, located in Chuo, Tokyo, led by CEO Haruhisa Fujiyama, is at the forefront of this movement, aiming to equip organizations with the tools needed to address power harassment effectively.

On June 10, 2026, a free online seminar titled "Mastering the Gray Zone of Power Harassment and Building Effective Relationships" will be held, targeting training planners and managers within companies. This seminar is not just a legal overview; it focuses on practical approaches to maintaining both productivity and psychological safety within organizations.

The Growing Concerns Around Power Harassment

The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare of Japan has reported an alarming increase in power harassment consultations, with figures exceeding 60,000 in FY2023. The most significant challenge faced by organizations is determining whether a situation qualifies as harassment, as cited by nearly 60% of respondents. At Impression Learning, they frequently receive inquiries from participants who find themselves confused about the gray areas after attending workshops. Understanding these gray areas is critical, as there is no absolute solution—hence the term “gray zone.”

However, participants will be taught how to navigate these gray areas while factoring in objective evaluation criteria, helping companies derive conclusions based on specific scenarios.

Seminar Insights and Learning Objectives

The seminar aims to provide attendees with valuable insights and methodologies that empower leaders to navigate the nuances of power harassment without fear:

1. Latest Risk Updates (2026)
Learn about the new trends of harassment in digital environments associated with Generative AI and business chat tools. This segment will reveal the latest challenges that HR professionals are currently facing, which aren’t covered in classical literature or online resources.

2. Unpacking Gray Zone Mechanisms
Gain a deep understanding of the real-world implications of gray zones, which can’t be addressed merely through precedent or the Ministry’s definitions. Analyze actual scenarios, such as statements made in remote work settings, to understand confusion-generating criteria.

3. The Real Causes Not Covered by Communication Training
Discover how a decline in leaders' communication abilities can disrupt their subordinates’ psychological safety. This section will offer concrete strategies that ensure proper guidance, rather than fostering a “friendly club” dynamic.

4. Controlling Invisibility—The Everyday Incivility
Most gray areas arise not from malice but from unconscious acts of incivility. This part will emphasize building trusted relationships and effective communication techniques.

Key Details of the Online Seminar

• - Title: Mastering the Gray Zone of Power Harassment: Skills and Techniques for Relationship Building in a 2-Hour Overview
• - Date & Time: June 10, 2026, from 13:30 to 15:30 (JST)
• - Format: Zoom Online Seminar
• - Target Audience: Training planners or responsible individuals for harassment training (up to 2 participants per company)
• - Fee: Free (pre-registration required)
• - Registration Details: Impression Learning Seminar Registration

(Note: Registrations are not accepted from competing firms or similar organizations.)

About the Speaker

Haruhisa Fujiyama, CEO of Impression Learning, has extensive experience conducting training sessions for a diverse array of businesses, from large corporations to small enterprises. He founded Impression Learning in 2009, focusing on solving issues related to compliance and harassment training, with plans for about 400 training sessions annually. Fujiyama also appears in the media and has guided numerous projects, contributing to books on harassment issues.

Company Overview

Impression Learning specializes in education concerning gray areas of power harassment and sexual harassment, providing a platform for understanding these crucial workplace issues accurately.

• - Name: Impression Learning Inc.
• - Location: 5F Yoda Building, 1-14-9 Kyobashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
• - CEO: Haruhisa Fujiyama
• - Established: 2009
• - URL: Impression Learning
• - Blog: Harassment Blog
• - Services Offered: Training in harassment, compliance, next-generation leadership accounting, and more.