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Online Seminar on Workplace Inclusion

The Tsunagu Group Holdings, based in Chuo, Tokyo, is organizing an online seminar title, “The Reasons for Leaving stem not only from the individual but also from the ‘receiving side.’ Commonalities in Workplaces that Retain Foreign and Disabled Talents – Key Management Perspectives for HR Heads” on June 25, 2026. This event aims to tackle crucial issues related to the challenge of integrating and retaining foreign and disabled individuals in the workforce.

The Importance of Retention in Diversity Hiring

In recent times, there has been a significant push for diversity, making the employment of individuals with disabilities and foreign talent pivotal in recruitment strategies. However, many companies are struggling with the integration and retention of these employees once they are hired. Common issues companies face include premature departures before employees can effectively contribute and the increased burden on existing staff for training and integration.

Shared Challenges in Retention

Though the entry points for hiring disabled individuals and foreigners differ, the challenges during the retention phase show a striking similarity across many organizations. Key issues include:

• - Ineffective job design that fails to maximize productivity.
• - Relying solely on personnel to manage onboarding, leading to differences in reception and inefficiencies between departments.
• - Concentration of follow-up duties in HR, resulting in a personalized approach that varies from employee to employee.
• - Increased operational burdens due to issues surrounding residency qualifications and compliance with relevant regulations.

Failing to address these problems while continuing to hire can lead to early turnover and increased strain on the workplace, potentially undermining the intended outcomes of diversity recruitment.

Seminar Insights

This seminar will feature representatives from two firms that have successful records in both employing disabled talents and integrating foreign workers. They will present case studies from various companies and outline critical organizational design and management points that HR leaders must focus on to achieve long-term retention of diversity hires.

Seminar Details

• - Title: “The Reasons for Leaving stem not only from the individual but also from the ‘receiving side.’ Commonalities in Workplaces that Retain Foreign and Disabled Talents – Key Management Perspectives for HR Heads”
• - Date and Time:

- June 30, 2026 (Tuesday), 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- July 1, 2026 (Wednesday), 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM (archived)
- July 7, 2026 (Tuesday), 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM (archived)
- July 14, 2026 (Tuesday), 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM (archived)

• - Format: Online
• - Agenda: Key challenges for the reception of foreign and disabled individuals, what HR needs to secure for effective retention
• - Participation Cost: Free
• - Capacity: 100 participants

Who Should Attend?

This seminar is ideal for those who have recently hired disabled individuals or foreign workers but are facing challenges with retention or the integration process. It will also benefit human resource personnel seeking to prepare for the increase in statutory employment ratios for disabled individuals in July 2026, as well as those eager to enhance their workplace diversity.

Keynote Speakers

• - Yushi Yamamoto, Group Leader at the Disability Employment Promotion Group of Spool Plus, has extensive experience in consulting for companies focusing on employing individuals with disabilities.
• - Makoto Kurita, from the Global Promotion Department of Tsunagu Group, has a background in recruiting foreign talent and has supported numerous firms in establishing receiving frameworks and post-hire follow-up strategies.

For those keen to explore the true factors aiding the retention of diverse talents, this seminar will provide invaluable insights and actionable management perspectives.