Panasonic Connect Joins Tokyo Pride 2026 as Top Rainbow Sponsor for 3rd Straight Year

Panasonic Connect will sponsor 'Tokyo Pride 2026' (June 6-7, 2026, at Yoyogi Park) as the top 'Rainbow Sponsor' for the third consecutive year. At the event, they will exhibit a hands-on interactive booth themed 'Pride Action30' featuring 32 types of paper flowers inscribed with actions to spread understanding and support for LGBTQ+. Visitors can select flowers to take home or give to others, fostering the circle of allies. On June 7, employees will participate in the Pride Parade. Panasonic Connect positions DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) as a key business strategy, creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. The company has implemented internal study groups, the 'ALLY1000' initiative to increase and visualize allies, and same-sex partnership benefits. Consequently, the company has received the highest 'Rainbow' rating in the 'PRIDE Index' for two consecutive years (FY2025). Panasonic Connect is a core B2B solutions provider in the Panasonic Group, employing approximately 29,100 people globally with FY2025 revenue of 1.3803 trillion yen. The company integrates a century of manufacturing expertise with software solutions to innovate supply chains, public services, and infrastructure, aiming for sustainability and well-being.