Tokyo's 2023 Women's Empowerment Awards Now Open for Applications

Applications Open for the 2023 Tokyo Women's Empowerment Awards

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has officially announced that applications are now being accepted for the 2023 Women’s Empowerment Awards. Initiated in 2014, this prestigious award aims to acknowledge and celebrate exceptional efforts made by companies, organizations, and individuals to promote women’s active participation in society. By highlighting these progressive initiatives, the award seeks to create a community where every person can harness their individuality and shine in their own unique way.

Since its inception in 2014, the awards have seen over 400 applications and recognized more than 100 corporations, organizations, and individuals. Many laureates have reported that winning the award significantly boosted their recognition as “companies where women thrive,” leading to enhanced corporate image, improved recruitment efforts, and a shift in employee awareness. Recipients have expressed that the awards have provided an impetus to advance their initiatives further, making notable strides in empowering women.

Application Period

The application window for the 2023 awards runs from June 12 to July 31, 2023.

Eligibility Criteria

Business Sector [Open to All]

Companies and organizations with their main headquarters or primary business location in Tokyo (excluding national and local government bodies) are encouraged to apply. Although the category divisions for various industries, including healthcare, welfare, and education, were eliminated in the 2023 cycle, applications from diverse sectors are still highly welcomed.

Community Sector [Recommended by Municipalities]

Organizations based in Tokyo (such as non-profit organizations, neighborhood associations, etc.) and individuals residing or working in Tokyo are eligible to apply. Self-nominations from groups are also permitted.

How to Apply

Interested parties should download the “Application Guidelines” along with the “Application Form” and “Recommendation Form” from the official website. It is required that applicants review the guidelines carefully before submitting their applications through the electronic application service “LoGo Form” or via postal mail.

More details and downloadable forms can be found at: Tokyo Women's Empowerment Awards

Schedule (Tentative)

- Selection Period: August to November 2023
- Announcement of Winners: December 2023
- Award Ceremony: January 2024

Benefits for Winners

- Recipients will receive a certificate and a trophy.
- The initiatives of awardees will be featured in media outlets like The Nihon Keizai Shimbun and job information websites.
- Winning may provide advantageous evaluation for public works and service contracts in Tokyo.
- Awardees can utilize the Tokyo Women’s Empowerment Logo on their business cards and websites.

Previous Year's Laureates

In 2022, a record number of 73 applications led to 9 organizations being recognized for their innovative efforts in promoting women's participation in workplaces and communities across various sectors. The diversity in their initiatives underscored the importance of fostering an inclusive environment for women’s empowerment.

Grand Prize Winners

Business Sector:

- Himawari Medical Corporation Matsushima Hospital
- Tokyo Gas Corporation

Community Sector:

- Setagaya Childcare Network (Non-Profit Organization)

Excellence Awards

Business Sector:

- Aska Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
- Itochu Corporation
- The Asahi Shimbun Company

Community Sector:

- Non-Profit Organization manma

Special Prize

Business Sector:

- Hayama Construction Company

Community Sector:

- Certified Non-Profit Organization Service Grant

The notable contributions of these winners highlight exemplary practices that promote women's empowerment within workplaces and communities. For a detailed overview of their projects, visit: Winners’ Project Overview