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Introduction

On June 4, 2025, WisDiversity LLP, a leading organization focused on expanding employment opportunities for people with disabilities, will host a workshop aimed at small businesses in Harajuku, Tokyo, starting from 14:00.

The event marks a significant gathering of small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Japan that are part of WisDiversity. This initiative encourages participants to share knowledge and strategies for increasing employment for individuals with disabilities.

Purpose of the Workshop

WisDiversity aims to raise awareness about the establishment of a unique structure called a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP), which allows SMEs to collaborate with welfare organizations. This partnership focuses on creating more job opportunities and enhancing work environments tailored for individuals facing disabilities.

The workshop is open to media professionals, business owners, and HR representatives looking to advance their knowledge and practices regarding disability employment.

Event Details

Date and Time: June 4, 2025, from 14:00 to 17:00
Location: SCC Sendagaya Community Center, Room 3-4
Access: About a 5-minute walk from JR Harajuku Station

Participants can register through the provided application form link: Registration Form

Who Should Attend?

The workshop invites:

• - SMEs part of WisDiversity and welfare organizations that wish to enhance their disability employment practices.
• - Companies interested in learning about diversity in the workplace.
• - Media personnel who wish to report on this meaningful initiative.

Workshop Agenda

1. Keynote Speech by Mizuki Fukujyu (founder of WisDiversity):
- Overview of WisDiversity and its framework.
- Discussing the current environment surrounding disability employment, including upcoming legal changes in employment rates.
2. Discussion Panel:
- A conversation featuring Mizuki Fukujyu and Eiji Suzuki, CEO of Social Innovation Partners (SIP), focusing on the social impact of collaboration between SMEs and welfare organizations.
3. Annual Report for FY2024:
- Introduction of successful initiatives and new partnerships for the upcoming year.
4. Networking Session:
- Concluding the event with a social gathering to foster networking opportunities among participants.

About WisDiversity

Founded in April 2019 and headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, WisDiversity was established with the vision of creating a society where all individuals with disabilities are recognized as professionals. The organization is built on the principle that collaborative efforts can transform small acts of inclusion into significant roles for individuals facing disability challenges.

The LLP structure allows businesses across various sectors to participate in disability employment effectively. As of March 31, 2025, WisDiversity has the highest number of participatory businesses in Japan, boasting a membership that includes 15 companies committed to expanding employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

A Call to Action

Despite Japan’s legal disability employment rate mandated at 2.5% by 2025, a staggering number of individuals—approximately 356,000—remain unemployed. WisDiversity is at the forefront of addressing the multi-faceted challenges of employment for people living with disabilities, creating a path toward sustainable and inclusive working environments.

By attending this workshop, participants will not only gain valuable insights but become part of a significant movement to propel the employment of individuals with disabilities.

Visit WisDiversity's official website for more information about the organization and its ongoing efforts.