2026 ASIAN AHRD CONFERENCE IN JAPAN

The Future of HRD: Reimagining Education, Work, and Society in the 21st Century

PRE-CONFERENCE

November 5 | 2026

CONFERENCE

November 6-8 | 2026

LOCATION

Tokyo, Japan

SUBMISSIONS

Open 2025/12/01

REGISTER

From 2026/03/01

SUBMISSION DEADLINE

By 2026/06/30

AUTHOR NOTIFICATION

2026/03/01 – 2026/07/31

CAMERA READY SUBMISSION

By 2026/09/01

Highlighted Sessions

Pre-Conference BEVI Certification &
The Future of HRD Workshop

How the BEVI and BEVI-AI Can Help Reimagine Education, Work, and Society in the 21st Century  

Date: November 5 | 2026 (Morning)

The Beliefs, Events, and Values Inventory or BEVI (https://thebevi.com/) has been in development for over 30 years, and has been administered hundreds of thousands of times all over the world.  Through comprehensive, mixed methods, and depth-based measurement, the BEVI and its reporting / AI systems identify and address underlying processes that can help individuals, groups, and organizations pursue their potential.  By participating in this immersive workshop, you will earn BEVI Certification, which will allow you to use the BEVI for multiple purposes (e.g., coaching, leadership development, team building, organizational assessment, project evaluation, strategic planning).

Pre-Conference Doctoral Student Workshop: Building an International Community of Practice for Emerging HRD Scholars

Date: November 5 | 2026 (Afternoon)

The Pre-Conference Doctoral Student Workshop at the Asian AHRD Conference in Japan brings together doctoral students from across Asia and around the globe who are pursuing research in Human Resource Development and related fields. Through interactive sessions, talks by experienced scholars, small-group mentoring, and peer exchange, participants will receive valuable feedback and guidance to strengthen their dissertation projects. By fostering an international community of practice, this immersive workshop provides a unique opportunity for emerging scholars to refine their research, deepen their academic identity, and prepare for impactful careers in HRD scholarship and practice.

Conference Proposal & Preparation Workshop Online

Date: February 6 | This Event Has Concluded – Thank You For Your Participation

Supporting Emerging Scholars in Sharing Their Research Internationally

Scheduled for early spring 2026, this online workshop is designed to help emerging scholars and doctoral students strengthen their skills in preparing and presenting at international conferences. Participants will learn practical strategies for crafting clear and compelling conference proposals in English, including how to align their submissions with conference themes and reviewer expectations. The workshop will also provide guidance on preparing effective presentations following proposal acceptance, with tips on delivery, audience engagement, and visual design. By the end of the session, participants will be better equipped to share their research confidently and successfully in global academic settings.

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Conference Affiliates

These are some of our current sponsors

AHRD

TOKYO | 2026

We are excited to announce the AHRD Conference of 2026, in Tokyo, Japan. We invite you to connect with a global community of scholars and practitioners dedicated to advancing Human Resource Development through research, dialogue, and collaboration.

Keynote Speakers

Nobutaka Ishiyama

Professor,
Hosei University

Details on our American Keynote Speakers is coming soon...

Interested in Sponsoring the Conference?

Sponsoring AHRD’s conference positions your organization at the forefront of advancing human resource development worldwide. Gain visibility among leading scholars, practitioners, and innovators while reinforcing your commitment to shaping the future of work and learning.