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ESG Women's Award 2026: A Step Towards Sustainable Women Empowerment

On February 27, 2026, the prestigious ESG Women's Award event will take place on the 15th floor of Toranomon Hills Business Tower. This event, spearheaded by the Women & ESG Alliance, is a remarkable opportunity to dive deep into successful cases of women empowerment and ESG management among publicly listed companies in Japan. Led by Rina Taguchi, the CEO of Aigue Inc., the event is set to highlight inspiring stories showcasing how various organizations are integrating sustainability and women's leadership into their core strategies.

Event Overview

The theme for the 2026 edition of the award is “Discovering Companies Across Japan.” This initiative aims to bring together a diverse range of listed companies, focusing on those seeking to expand their operations overseas while promoting gender equality and sustainable practices.

What Participants Will Gain

1. Insights into Award-winning Initiatives: Attendees will be introduced to real-life examples of ESG and women's empowerment initiatives from Gold and Silver Award-winning companies. These practical case studies, evaluated from an investor's perspective, will provide invaluable insights into sustainable business practices.
2. Updates on Human Capital Management: Uncover the efforts behind successful examples and learn how companies are enhancing their human capital management.
3. Networking Opportunities: This event will bring together HR professionals, ESG officers, executives, investors, and government representatives, providing a unique platform for collaboration and idea sharing.

Recommended Audience

The ESG Women's Award is ideal for:

• - HR and ESG professionals
• - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) advocates
• - Executives involved in corporate strategy or investor relations
• - Individual and institutional investors interested in gender and sustainability initiatives.

Detailed Program

• - Opening Remarks: Rina Taguchi, Executive Director, will discuss the objectives of the ESG Women's Award and the updates for 2026.
• - Panel Discussion: Led by Professor Yoichiro Hamabe from Aoyama Gakuin University, exploring the impact of anti-ESG policies and essential points for Japanese businesses in implementing ESG.
• - Award Ceremony: Recognition of Gold and Silver Award winners followed by speeches from the awardees.
• - Launch of Study Groups: Announcing study groups led by award-winning companies sharing best practices.
• - Networking Session: Creating connections among companies, investors, and media.

Collaboration and Sponsorship

The event encourages partnerships with companies and organizations passionate about sustainability and women’s empowerment. The support for the event comes from various sponsors including educational institutions and financial associations.

Voice of Past Participants

Feedback from attendees of the previous year indicated that engaging with award winners revealed insights into the challenges surrounding sustainability disclosure and human capital management. Participants valued the opportunity to connect with individual investors and were inspired by the practical steps taken by the award-winning companies.

Organizer's Message

Rina Taguchi emphasizes that the alliance aims to create a community that co-creates social value through the practice of women's empowerment and ESG management. The awards are not just about acknowledging organizations but about setting the stage for meaningful societal changes in Japan.

Call for Media Partners

The ESG Women’s Award 2026 is seeking media partners who wish to collaborate in promoting DE&I and sustainability initiatives.

How to Register

Registration for the conference is available via Peatix, and spots are limited. Early sign-up is encouraged to secure participation. For more details and to apply, prospective participants can visit the official site.

About Aigue Inc.

Founded in September 2021, Aigue Inc. operates with the mission to resolve women’s issues through fashionable means. It established the 'SHEVolution' program to cultivate female leaders and managers, establishing a robust system to link human capital management to corporate value enhancement. The company's headquarters is located in the Toranomon Hills Business Tower, Tokyo.