Press Event Invitation: 'Harnessing Global Resilience for Your Business' - Refugee Talent & Corporate Networking
NPO WELgee will host a networking event on June 15, 2026, in Kioicho, Tokyo, connecting refugee talent directly with Japanese corporations. The event features real-world hiring success stories and pitches to bridge the labor gap and create career opportunities.
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NPO WELgee (Representative Director: Yota Anzai) will host a networking event where corporate representatives and refugee talents can meet directly on Monday, June 15, 2026, in Kioicho, Tokyo, just ahead of World Refugee Day on June 20.
The event will feature Masaki Miyata, Director of Truck Ohkoku Co., Ltd., who successfully hired an engineer from the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2023. He will share authentic insights into the hiring process, training, and current achievements. Additionally, ten refugees currently seeking employment will deliver self-promotion pitches in Japanese, followed by small-group dialogue sessions with corporate representatives.
### Event Overview
- **Title**: 'Harnessing Global Resilience for Your Business'
- **Date**: Monday, June 15, 2026, 16:30–19:30 (Registration from 16:00)
- **Venue**: LODGE (inside LINE Yahoo Headquarters), 1-3 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- **Organizer**: Specified Non-Profit Organization WELgee
- **Support**: Seibu Shinkin Bank 'Region Future Grant' 2025
- **Participants**: Approx. 20 corporate reps, 10 refugee talents, 10 staff
### Background
While the number of displaced people worldwide continues to hit record highs, Japan is grappling with a severe labor shortage due to an aging population. However, the bias that 'hiring foreigners is difficult' remains a barrier. Over its 10-year history, WELgee has facilitated 54 job matches, yet the biggest hurdle remains the simple lack of mutual awareness. This event is designed with the primary goal of 'getting to know each other' without the immediate pressure of recruitment.
### Program
- 16:30: Opening Remarks & Orientation
- 16:40: Panel Discussion with Truck Ohkoku Co., Ltd. (Refugee hiring case study)
- 17:00: Self-Introduction Pitches by 10 refugees in Japanese
- 17:30: Small-group Dialogue Sessions
- 18:30: Networking & Social Hour
Media representatives are invited to register via the provided URL in the release.
The event will feature Masaki Miyata, Director of Truck Ohkoku Co., Ltd., who successfully hired an engineer from the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2023. He will share authentic insights into the hiring process, training, and current achievements. Additionally, ten refugees currently seeking employment will deliver self-promotion pitches in Japanese, followed by small-group dialogue sessions with corporate representatives.
### Event Overview
- **Title**: 'Harnessing Global Resilience for Your Business'
- **Date**: Monday, June 15, 2026, 16:30–19:30 (Registration from 16:00)
- **Venue**: LODGE (inside LINE Yahoo Headquarters), 1-3 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- **Organizer**: Specified Non-Profit Organization WELgee
- **Support**: Seibu Shinkin Bank 'Region Future Grant' 2025
- **Participants**: Approx. 20 corporate reps, 10 refugee talents, 10 staff
### Background
While the number of displaced people worldwide continues to hit record highs, Japan is grappling with a severe labor shortage due to an aging population. However, the bias that 'hiring foreigners is difficult' remains a barrier. Over its 10-year history, WELgee has facilitated 54 job matches, yet the biggest hurdle remains the simple lack of mutual awareness. This event is designed with the primary goal of 'getting to know each other' without the immediate pressure of recruitment.
### Program
- 16:30: Opening Remarks & Orientation
- 16:40: Panel Discussion with Truck Ohkoku Co., Ltd. (Refugee hiring case study)
- 17:00: Self-Introduction Pitches by 10 refugees in Japanese
- 17:30: Small-group Dialogue Sessions
- 18:30: Networking & Social Hour
Media representatives are invited to register via the provided URL in the release.
FAQ
What is the date of the NPO WELgee networking event in Tokyo featuring refugee talent?
The NPO WELgee networking event will take place on June 15, 2026, in Kioicho, Tokyo.
Which organization is hosting the 'Harnessing Global Resilience for Your Business' event on June 15, 2026?
NPO WELgee is hosting the 'Harnessing Global Resilience for Your Business' event on June 15, 2026.
Where will the NPO WELgee refugee talent networking event be held on June 15, 2026?
The NPO WELgee refugee talent networking event will be held in Kioicho, Tokyo on June 15, 2026.
What is the main goal of the NPO WELgee event on June 15, 2026, in Tokyo?
The main goal of the NPO WELgee event on June 15, 2026, is to connect refugee talent with Japanese corporations.
How does the NPO WELgee event on June 15, 2026, support corporate hiring needs in Japan?
The NPO WELgee event on June 15, 2026, supports corporate hiring by showcasing real-world refugee hiring success stories and pitches.