Japan Mental Health Leadership Coalition

Japan Leadership Coalition on Mental Health

We are working together to expand the coalition of Japanese leaders from both domestic headquarters and U.S. subsidiaries to enhance workforce mental health and support Japanese workers and their families.

Columbia University Mental Health + Work Design Lab leverages extensive scientific expertise to provide thought leadership, content expertise, and strategic guidance on advancing mental health at work.

One Mind at Work is a global coalition of organizations committed to the development and implementation of a gold standard for workplace mental health and well-being.

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Our Purpose

We unite forward-thinking Japanese corporations to collectively prioritize mental health and well- being within their organizations. By establishing a coalition of dedicated business leaders, we aim to foster a mentally healthy workforce supported by data-driven insights.

Our Goals

Leadership Engagement

Bring together CHROs, related senior leaders, and C-suite executives to champion mental health initiatives in Japan.

Data-Driven Insights

Utilize the Mental Health at Work Index to measure and improve workplace mental health efforts and establish a regional benchmark.

Sustained Commitment

Develop long-term strategies through executive roundtables and symposiums that deepen engagement and drive action.

Why Mental Health is Crucial for Japanese Corporations

The average professional will spend 90,000 hours at work over the course of their lifetime. Employers have a tremendous opportunity and responsibility to create mentally healthy workplaces by reducing exposure to psychosocial risks and hazards, promoting capacity building and stigma reducing efforts, and providing high-quality, easily accessible care. For Japanese corporations, this is especially crucial as they face a shrinking workforce, intense competition for talent, and a younger generation demanding greater attention to mental health and well-being.

Our Team

Kathleen M. Pike, PhD

Director, Columbia Mental Health + Work Design Lab

Haruka Kokaze

Workplace Mental Health Research Associate & Lead Japan Strategy Analyst

Learn More & Stay Updated on Engagement Opportunities

For more information, please contact Haruka at haruka.kokaze@onemind.org. 日本語でも対応しております。