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Tokyo Metropolitan Women's Empowerment Award 2023

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is proud to announce the commencement of applications for the 2023 Tokyo Metropolitan Women’s Empowerment Award. This initiative, which began back in 2014, aims to honor companies, organizations, and individuals that contribute to creating a society where everyone can choose their lifestyle based on their abilities and aspirations.

Application Period

The application window for the award runs from June 30, 2023 (Tuesday) to August 10, 2023 (Monday). This is a fantastic opportunity for those who have made significant efforts toward empowering women within their communities and organizations.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply, the following criteria must be met:

• - Organizations or entities with their headquarters or primary business offices located in Tokyo. Exclusions apply to national and local government bodies.
• - Individual applicants residing or working in Tokyo. Gender and organizational affiliation are not considered barriers.

Eligible organizations include various forms such as non-profit entities, social welfare organizations, general incorporated associations, educational institutions, and medical organizations. Informal groups (such as project teams and committees) are also invited to participate.

How to Apply

Details regarding the application process can be found on the official website: Tokyo Women’s Empowerment Award. It’s crucial to refer to this page for specifics on submission guidelines and further information.

Award Categories

To enhance recognition across a broader range of initiatives, the award categories have been revised for this year. Evaluations will focus on the content and target of the initiatives, considering aspects like organizational development and the impact on communities. The awards will be granted in two categories: Organization Category and Community/Society Category. Note that there will not be specific category divisions based on applicant attributes, unlike in previous years.

Benefits of Winning

Winners of the Tokyo Metropolitan Women’s Empowerment Award will receive several benefits, including:

• - A certificate and plaque presented by the Tokyo Governor.
• - Special feature articles in publications such as Nikkei Woman and student-focused websites to promote their efforts widely.
• - Potential advantages in public works and contract evaluations conducted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government based on the award's accomplishments.
• - Permission to use the Tokyo Women’s Empowerment logo on business cards, websites, and other promotional materials.

Timeline After Application

The timeline for the award process post-application is as follows:

• - August to November 2023: Selection process.
• - December 2023: Announcement of winners.
• - January 2024: Award ceremony.

Previous Year’s Achievement

In the previous fiscal year 2022, out of 72 applicants, 11 organizations were recognized for their outstanding contributions. Examples of successful initiatives included achieving zero employee turnover due to caregiving and parental responsibilities, and programs focused on health promotion, demonstrating a strong employee and community perspective. For detailed information on past winners and their initiatives, please visit the website: Past Award Winners.