Free Online Seminar on Preventing Unconscious Harassment in the Workplace

Join Us for a Free Online Seminar on Preventing Unconscious Harassment

As workplace harassment continues to be a significant concern, a new challenge has emerged: unconscious harassment, or 'tsumori hara'. This form of harassment occurs when individuals unintentionally hurt others through their actions that they believed were well-intentioned. Recognizing this issue, Asmark Co., Ltd., a Tokyo-based company that offers employee engagement services through their platform 'Humap', will host an insightful online seminar on August 27, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. This event will focus on how organizations can effectively combat unconscious harassment and promote a healthier workplace culture.

Understanding Unconscious Harassment

In recent years, there has been significant progress in combating workplace harassment. However, the phrase 'I didn't mean to offend' has become increasingly common, highlighting the prevalence of unconscious harassment. Employees sometimes act with the best of intentions, but the harm caused can result in serious allegations. Traditional training methods have often fallen short, predominantly focusing on knowledge acquisition rather than actionable behavior changes. Consequently, individuals may remain unaware of their actions' potential to constitute harassment.

The upcoming seminar aims to address these critical issues by fostering a better understanding of unconscious harassment and demonstrating practical approaches for prevention. Featuring insights from two leading companies, Humap and Persol Innovation Co., Ltd., the seminar will spotlight their innovative educational method known as 'Comic Learning'. Using comic materials, this technique aims to enhance empathy and comprehension, leading to more effective training.

What to Expect from the Seminar

The seminar will discuss:

- Data-Driven Insights: Examine the realities of unconscious harassment through statistics and research.
- Effective Training Methods: Discover why conventional harassment training may not be reducing incidents and how to improve this.
- Real-World Examples: Learn from case studies highlighting successful prevention strategies implemented by various organizations.

Audience members, especially those currently dealing with workplace harassment issues despite existing measures, will benefit significantly from this seminar. It is also ideal for individuals interested in enhancing their workplace's compliance and educational programs related to harassment prevention.

Seminar Details

- Title: Preventing Unconscious Harassment – New Approaches to Workplace Education
- Date & Time: August 27, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
- Registration Fee: Free
- Expected Attendance: 500 participants
- Speakers:

- Momoka Hanzawa from Asmark's Humap division
- Yuko Hayashi from Persol Innovation's Comic Learning UX and Customer Support teams

- Bonus: Free access to seminar materials for all attendees

To register for this enlightening event, please visit our website for more information and secure your spot.

Let us work together to ensure a respectful and supportive workplace culture free from unconscious harassment.

For additional event details, visit the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare's official website, which published a related article highlighting workplace harassment solutions in their December 2024 magazine.

Together, we can make a difference in our organizations and promote a culture of understanding and respect for all employees.