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Shibuya Gender Equality Promotion Award 2025

The Shibuya Ward, under the leadership of Mayor Ken Hasebe, has announced the launch of the Shibuya Gender Equality Promotion Award 2025. This initiative aims to challenge and overcome traditional stereotypes related to gender and sexuality, striving for a society where everyone can live authentically and comfortably.

Since its establishment in 2023, the award has celebrated a diverse array of practical efforts contributed by universities, businesses, and local residents, all geared towards creating a more inclusive environment. The noteworthy initiatives recognized by the award are not only showcased on the Shibuya Ward official website, via the Shibuya Ward News publication, but also presented at district-sponsored events, lectures, and community gatherings. This continuous exposure helps to ensure that the efforts lead to sustained practices post-award.

Award Overview

Application Criteria

The award invites entries that contribute towards establishing a society where everyone, regardless of gender or sexuality, can thrive. Examples of suitable initiatives include:

• - Customer service approaches that promote inclusivity
• - Innovative products and services that cater to diverse needs
• - Internal corporate policies fostering equality
• - Reevaluation of household responsibilities related to caregiving and domestic work

Eligibility

Candidates can include individuals, organizations, and businesses with active projects in Shibuya Ward within the past year, who expect to continue these initiatives in the future.

Application Period

The submission window is from June 1 to August 31.

Evaluation Criteria

Submissions will be assessed based on various factors including innovation, originality, versatility, and overall appeal. Exceptional initiatives will be honored with a certificate and a supplementary prize.

Results Announcement

Winners are scheduled to be revealed in mid-October.

Award Ceremony

The awards ceremony will take place during the Shibuya Gender Film Festival on November 14th. Further details will be made available on the district's website around October.

Application Method

Interested parties are encouraged to download the application form from the Shibuya Ward website and submit it via email at [email protected].
For more information, visit: [Shibuya Gender Equality Promotion Award Information](https://city.shibuya.tokyo.jp/

Past Winners

Among the noteworthy projects recognized in the previous year was the initiative titled “Promoting Understanding of Gender Equality and Sexual Diversity through Inter-University Collaboration.” This accolade was awarded to the Seishin Women's University Global Coexistence Research Institute and the Aoyama Gakuin University Gender Research Center.

The Shibuya Gender Equality Promotion Award 2025 serves as a beacon of hope and an encouragement for individuals and organizations alike to come forward and share their endeavors towards a more equitable society. This initiative not only recognizes outstanding contributions but aims to inspire a wider movement towards gender equality and diversity across communities.