Kakegawa Digital Girls Project Opens Applications

MAIA Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Yuka Tsukita; hereinafter "MAIA"), which aims to create an environment where women can work as themselves by fostering female digital talent and supporting the digitalization of companies and local governments nationwide, has been entrusted with the "Female Digital Talent Development and Employment Support Services" conducted by Kakegawa City. In collaboration with Forval Corp. (Head Office: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Masanori Nakajima; Standard Market (Securities Code: 8275); hereinafter "Forval"), MAIA is launching the "Kakegawa Digital Girls Project" to foster female talent active in the digital field within Kakegawa City and promote the realization of diverse working styles. Applications are now open.

About the Kakegawa Digital Girls Project

The "Kakegawa Digital Girls Project" uses e-learning provided by MAIA to systematically learn the flow of core business operations of companies while using systems. Participants can learn from the basics how to "establish systems to efficiently digitize administrative tasks," making it possible for even IT beginners to take their first step as digital talent without difficulty.

This project enhances the utilization of generative AI, which greatly improves operational efficiency, and strengthens Microsoft Office courses essential for business, enabling participants to acquire skills directly applicable to practical work. Furthermore, it offers a broad curriculum that goes beyond IT skills, including important mindsets and business skills for tackling work, and financial training to review one's own values.

Upon completion, participants will be able to work in flexible, high-paying roles, such as work-sharing tasks utilizing IT skills, which offer a work style independent of time and location, while reducing anxieties about their abilities and experience. This will be facilitated through job placement referrals.

[Collaboration with Forval Corp.] A Unique Employment Matching Model Utilizing Regional Corporate Research

In collaboration with Forval Corp., this project will identify and visualize regional human resource challenges and digital utilization needs through on-site surveys of companies in Kakegawa City, creating optimal touchpoints with participants. Based on the survey results, we will hold "Matching Events (Networking Sessions)" to deepen mutual understanding between companies and participants, thereby providing highly effective employment support with reduced mismatches and contributing to the DX promotion of regional companies.

Kakegawa Digital Girls Project Applicant Recruitment Guidelines

(1) Application Period: July 1, 2026 (Wed) - August 31, 2026 (Fri)

(2) Learning Curriculum

1 Business Skills Program (approx. 38 hours)

・Group Training

・Business Fundamentals

・Self-Development (Mindset)

・IT Fundamentals

・Telework Fundamentals

2 Digital Skills Program (approx. 152 hours)

・Microsoft Office (Excel/PowerPoint)

・AI Utilization / Application Development

・Core Business Systems

(3) Number of Participants: 10

(4) Eligibility Requirements:

・Women aged 18 and over residing in Kakegawa City

・Individuals who desire diverse working styles and have the motivation to work

・Individuals who can prepare a recommended learning environment

・Individuals who can prepare a Gmail address

*Participants will be selected based on an evaluation.

(6) Course Period: October 1, 2026 (Thu) - February 9, 2027 (Tue) (approx. 4 months)

(7) Course Fee: 30,000 yen (tax included)

Information sessions for prospective participants will be held on the following dates for this recruitment.

◆ Information Session for Prospective "Kakegawa Digital Girls Project" Participants

1 July 10, 2026 (Fri) 13:00-14:30

2 August 6, 2026 (Thu) 20:00-21:30

*Participation in the information session or viewing the archived video is a mandatory requirement for application.

To apply, please visit the special page for the Kakegawa Digital Girls Project below.

▶ https://digital-women.maia.co.jp/kakegawa/

Company Profile

<About MAIA Co., Ltd.>

MAIA's mission is "Co-Create the Future: Creating a society where everyone can be independent as an individual, live freely as themselves, and co-create." The company develops businesses that combine women's empowerment, regional revitalization, and IT. By supporting women's IT skill improvement and promoting the success of those who acquire these skills, MAIA drives DX for national and local governments and corporations.

[Head Office Location] Roppongi 1-4-5, Ark Hills South Tower 16F, Minato-ku, Tokyo

[Established] November 2017

[Representative] Yuka Tsukita, Representative Director and President

[Capital] 23.3 million yen

[Website] https://www.maia.co.jp/

[Business Activities] Reskilling and employment support, regional revitalization support, IT consulting

<Contact Information for Inquiries Regarding This Matter>

"Kakegawa Digital Girls Project" Operations Office (within MAIA Co., Ltd.)

URL: https://digital-women.maia.co.jp/kakegawa/

MAIL: digital-women@maia.co.jp