Osaka Sakuya-hime SDGs Study Group to Launch 'Sakuyahime Woman Executive Program (SWEP)' for Female Managers and Leaders from April 2026!

The **Osaka Sakuya-hime SDGs Study Group (Representative: Miki Kotani) will launch a new human resource development program for female managers and leaders, the Sakuyahime Woman Executive Program (hereinafter, SWEP), starting in April 2026.** ## Background of the Launch The ratio of female managers and executives in Japan remains low by international standards, and expanding women's participation in corporate decision-making is an urgent issue. As society becomes more globalized and diversified, it is more important than ever for companies to enhance their own diversity, increase the value of products and services that cater to diverse customers, and strengthen their competitiveness to achieve sustainable growth. However, even for women with a certain level of career experience, opportunities to systematically learn management perspectives, networks that transcend corporate boundaries, and practical experience in decision-making have been limited, becoming one of the factors hindering their advancement to executive and leader levels. Based on its network of female leaders active as corporate managers, executives, and professionals, the **Osaka Sakuya-hime SDGs Study Group** has held eight international women's conferences, creating a forum for sharing knowledge and discussing how to turn diversity into value. Based on the unique know-how accumulated through these activities and the experiences of its members, we have now **developed the 'SWEP' female executive appointment program, which will be launched in April 2026.** ## Program Overview **SWEP is a two-year program with the first year dedicated to knowledge acquisition and the second to cross-boundary experiential learning. In the first year, participants will systematically acquire practical skills through learning in the three fields of business literacy, management, and competency.** **The program will start on Friday, April 10, 2026, and will be held on the second Friday of every month from 10:00 to 16:00, with a hybrid online option. The schedule is designed to accommodate a balance between work, childcare, and learning.** **Participation fees are covered by sponsorships as part of our social activities. Furthermore, this program also includes the annual fee for 'LinkedIn Learning,' providing a rich self-study environment. (Please contact us for details)** ## What You Can Learn Through Knowledge Acquisition **In SWEP, participants will systematically acquire practical skills through learning in the three fields of business literacy, management, and competency.