The General Incorporated Association for the Promotion of Generative AI Utilization (GUGA), led by Chairman Satoshi Ibatta and located in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, which aims to rebuild industries by implementing generative AI in society, is now accepting entries for the "GenAI HR Awards 2026." This award recognizes excellent case studies in human capital strategy for the realization of a society where humans and generative AI collaborate. Applications will be accepted from July 1, 2026 (Wed) to July 31, 2026 (Fri) for the corporate, education, and public sectors, covering initiatives related to human capital such as human resource development, performance evaluation design, and organizational transformation. Special Website: https://guga.or.jp/awards/ ■ What is the "GenAI HR Awards 2026"? The "GenAI HR Awards 2026" is an award that recognizes excellent case studies in human capital strategy for the realization of a society where humans and generative AI collaborate. We broadly solicit initiatives related to human capital, such as human resource development, performance evaluation design, and organizational transformation, from the corporate, education, and public sectors, and honor outstanding examples. Through this award, we aim to further promote the societal implementation of generative AI by sharing knowledge across Japanese society and deriving concrete hints for problem-solving. ■ Award Categories and Judging Process The award consists of four categories. Experts knowledgeable in human capital strategy for the generative AI era will gather to fairly judge each case. Finalists selected through the first and second rounds of judging will give presentations on stage at "NexTech Week 2026 [Autumn]," one of Japan's largest AI exhibitions, on November 11, 2026 (Wed). Based on the presentation content, a final judging will be conducted at the venue, and Grand Prizes and Runner-up Prizes will be awarded in each category, along with logos and trophies as proof of award. ※Compar