Empowering Employment for Individuals with Disabilities: Seminar Details
September marks the 'Disability Employment Support Month,' and in recognition of this, Leverag e's Workclear service is hosting a seminar titled 'Hints for Taking a Step Toward Employment for Increasing Number of Individuals with Mental and Developmental Disabilities' on September 8, 2025.
The demand for change in the employment of individuals with disabilities is at an all-time high, focusing on both the 'quantity' and 'approach' facets. By July 2026, the legal employment rate is set to rise from the current 2.5% to 2.7%. However, a survey conducted by Workclear revealed that about 70% of the companies qualified for the bracket have yet to begin preparations for this increase.
Moreover, the 'approach' aspect has become increasingly critical. There has been a significant uptick in job seekers with mental and developmental disabilities, making traditional management techniques ineffective. Hence, there is a pressing need for specialized approaches tailored to the unique characteristics of each individual, such as better communication and workplace design.
At Workclear, we have been addressing these complex challenges with our unique know-how. We currently support around 150 young individuals with mental and developmental disabilities, many of whom are entering the workforce for the first time. Our belief in each person's potential has led to a considerable organizational growth of 180% over the last two years. Additionally, we proudly report a high employee retention rate of 90.7%.
With these factors in mind, our September seminar aims to provide insights for employers who are either currently promoting or are set to begin efforts in hiring individuals with disabilities.
The event will feature several knowledgeable speakers, including:
1. Yasuki Sasaki, a licensed psychologist specializing in developmental disabilities support.
2. Akira Kojima, HR Senior Lead at Apex Corporation, sharing insights from their first experience with disability employment.
3. Yukiko Tsuru, Head of the Workclear project, discussing how various companies can successfully implement 'reasonable accommodation' within their organizations.
1. Introduction: The imminent '2.7%' hurdle — Why does employment for individuals with mental and developmental disabilities matter now more than ever?
2. Talk Session:
- Unpacking the essence of 'reasonable accommodation' with experts.
- Real stories from Apex Corporation on taking the first step into disability employment.
- Transforming disability employment into a corporate asset.
- Open Q&A session.
This seminar will help transform vague anxieties surrounding the employment of individuals with disabilities into actionable plans, identifying opportunities for these companies to leverage this talent as a new asset in their workforce.
Background of the Event
The demand for change in the employment of individuals with disabilities is at an all-time high, focusing on both the 'quantity' and 'approach' facets. By July 2026, the legal employment rate is set to rise from the current 2.5% to 2.7%. However, a survey conducted by Workclear revealed that about 70% of the companies qualified for the bracket have yet to begin preparations for this increase.
Moreover, the 'approach' aspect has become increasingly critical. There has been a significant uptick in job seekers with mental and developmental disabilities, making traditional management techniques ineffective. Hence, there is a pressing need for specialized approaches tailored to the unique characteristics of each individual, such as better communication and workplace design.
At Workclear, we have been addressing these complex challenges with our unique know-how. We currently support around 150 young individuals with mental and developmental disabilities, many of whom are entering the workforce for the first time. Our belief in each person's potential has led to a considerable organizational growth of 180% over the last two years. Additionally, we proudly report a high employee retention rate of 90.7%.
With these factors in mind, our September seminar aims to provide insights for employers who are either currently promoting or are set to begin efforts in hiring individuals with disabilities.
Event Details
- - Date and Time: September 8, 2025, starting at 5:00 PM (Duration: approximately 90 minutes)
- - Location: In-person at:
- - Registration: Interested participants can register through the following link: Event Registration
- - Registration Deadline: 12:00 PM on the day of the event
The event will feature several knowledgeable speakers, including:
1. Yasuki Sasaki, a licensed psychologist specializing in developmental disabilities support.
2. Akira Kojima, HR Senior Lead at Apex Corporation, sharing insights from their first experience with disability employment.
3. Yukiko Tsuru, Head of the Workclear project, discussing how various companies can successfully implement 'reasonable accommodation' within their organizations.
Session Agenda
1. Introduction: The imminent '2.7%' hurdle — Why does employment for individuals with mental and developmental disabilities matter now more than ever?
2. Talk Session:
- Unpacking the essence of 'reasonable accommodation' with experts.
- Real stories from Apex Corporation on taking the first step into disability employment.
- Transforming disability employment into a corporate asset.
- Open Q&A session.
This seminar will help transform vague anxieties surrounding the employment of individuals with disabilities into actionable plans, identifying opportunities for these companies to leverage this talent as a new asset in their workforce.
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