Akaruku Updates LGBTQ+ Corporate E-Learning Ahead of PRIDE Month
Akaruku Inc. will update its corporate 'Never Stop Learning! LGBTQ+ E-Learning' program on June 1, 2026. Reflecting the latest social conditions and data, the update adds guidance on handling coming out and specific actions for Allies. A free viewing period in June will be offered to educational institutions and local governments.
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Update for 'Never Stop Learning! LGBTQ+ E-Learning'! You can watch the latest content for free.
Akaruku Inc. (Headquarters: Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture; CEO: Ayumu Horikawa), which works on DE&I promotion support for corporations, has reviewed some contents of the 'Never Stop Learning! LGBTQ+ E-Learning' provided to companies since 2022, and will begin distributing the updated version on June 1, 2026.
The target content updated this time involves two videos: 'Basic Knowledge on LGBTQ+', which forms the foundation of LGBTQ+ training, and 'Coming Out and Outing', which relates to handling consultations and information management in the workplace.
In addition to reflecting the recent social climate and the latest information on LGBTQ+, content has been added regarding specific actions as an Ally that can be practiced in the workplace.
Coinciding with the release of this updated version, Akaruku will offer a special set plan for companies to provide an opportunity for more companies and organizations to review their learning on LGBTQ+.
Furthermore, for educational institutions and local governments, a one-month period in June 2026 will be provided where the target content can be viewed for free within the workplace, to be utilized for promoting understanding among staff and teachers, and for enlightenment in local communities and educational settings.
[URL] https://e-learning.akaruku.co.jp/
Background of the Update
Corporate LGBTQ+ training you want to review before PRIDE Month
- Is the training from a few years ago still exactly the same? -
June is known as 'PRIDE Month', and various initiatives are being held worldwide as an opportunity to promote understanding of LGBTQ+ and think about diversity.
In Japan as well, DE&I promotion initiatives are expanding, such as corporate LGBTQ+ training, internal awareness campaigns, establishment of consultation desks, and reviewing internal systems.
On the other hand, the social climate surrounding LGBTQ+ and the responses required in the workplace are changing year by year. Even for companies that conducted training a few years ago, the information and explanations from that time may not be sufficient to fully address current social conditions and workplace issues.
In this update, based on these recent social conditions, information and some data related to LGBTQ+ have been updated, and 'specific actions as an Ally' that can be practiced in the workplace have been added.
In particular, handling of coming out and 'outing'—transmitting information regarding sexual orientation and gender identity to third parties without the individual's consent—are themes deeply related to a sense of security and trust in the workplace.
Moreover, regarding Allies who stand in a position to support LGBTQ+ individuals, it has become important to not just express 'understanding' or 'support', but to think about specific actions, such as what words to use and considerations to make in the workplace.
Given this background, Akaruku updated part of its provided e-Learning content to ensure that corporate LGBTQ+ training does not end up as a 'learn once and done' event.
Key Points of This Update
This update primarily focused on the following three points:
1. Reviewing content based on recent social conditions
The social climate surrounding LGBTQ+ and the responses required of companies are changing year by year. Taking into account domestic and international trends and common workplace issues, we reviewed the content to make it more appropriate for current corporate training.
2. Updating information and data
Information and some data handled in the training have been updated to the latest versions based on highly reliable surveys. We have revised outdated information and expressions so that learners can understand them based on the current situation.
3. Adding specific actions as an Ally
An Ally refers to a person who is in a position to support LGBTQ+ individuals.
However, in the workplace, it is not uncommon to hear voices saying, 'I don't know what to do to be an Ally' or 'I have the intent, but it's hard to put into action.'
In this update, specific examples of actions that can be practiced in the workplace have been added, such as everyday language usage, attitude when receiving a consultation, and how to interact with surroundings.
What is 'Never Stop Learning! LGBTQ+ E-Learning'?
'Never Stop Learning! LGBTQ+ E-Learning' is a corporate video content that can be utilized as LGBTQ+ training and DE&I training for companies.
Never Stop Learning! LGBTQ+ E-Learning (There are 15 contents in total, which can be selected as needed)
You can learn the knowledge and practical responses necessary for companies to advance DE&I promotion in the workplace, such as basic knowledge of LGBTQ+, personnel systems, coming out/outing, handling consultations, customer service, and the voices of the individuals concerned.
It consists of 15 videos in total, each about 10 to 15 minutes long. In addition to basic training for all employees, necessary content can be selected according to the target audience and purpose, such as HR/recruiters, consultation desk staff, managers, and customer service departments.
Additionally, during the contract period, it can be viewed repeatedly at any time and any place, making it easy to continue internal learning without ending up as a one-off training session.
Features of the Service
1. Produced by an HR consulting company specializing in DE&I promotion
Akaruku has conducted training and lectures for over 600 companies, including listed companies and SMEs. Based on that knowledge, we emphasize content that connects to corporate personnel systems and workplace practices rather than merely providing knowledge.
2. Selectable from 15 videos according to the target audience
We offer a wide range of themes from basic LGBTQ+ knowledge to personnel systems, handling consultations, customer service, and the voices of the individuals concerned. Required contents can be combined and utilized according to corporate issues and target learners.
3. Learn through the voices of individuals working in companies
You can learn about workplace difficulties that are hard to see with knowledge alone, and the anxieties and issues actually felt by the individuals, through their own voices.
4. Visualize understanding and internal voices after taking the course
In addition to visualizing the level of understanding and learners' voices through tests and questionnaires, we can lead to internal measures and system improvements after the course through consultation support as needed.
Recommended for these companies and organizations
- Want to implement LGBTQ+ training and awareness within the company/organization taking the opportunity of PRIDE Month
- Want to review the content of LGBTQ+ training conducted so far
- Want to create an opportunity for all employees/staff to learn basic knowledge of LGBTQ+
- Searching for training content for HR, recruiting, consultation desks, DEI, and managers
- Want to utilize it to promote understanding and enlightenment among staff and teachers
- Want to learn how to handle coming out and outing within the workplace/organization
- Want to spread the concept of an Ally and specific action examples within the company/organization
- Want to advance DE&I promotion continuously, not ending as a temporary effort
Special Offers Accompanying the Release of the Updated Version
Akaruku will provide a special set plan for companies so that the two updated contents can be utilized by more companies and organizations.
Also, for educational institutions and local governments, we...
Akaruku Inc. (Headquarters: Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture; CEO: Ayumu Horikawa), which works on DE&I promotion support for corporations, has reviewed some contents of the 'Never Stop Learning! LGBTQ+ E-Learning' provided to companies since 2022, and will begin distributing the updated version on June 1, 2026.
The target content updated this time involves two videos: 'Basic Knowledge on LGBTQ+', which forms the foundation of LGBTQ+ training, and 'Coming Out and Outing', which relates to handling consultations and information management in the workplace.
In addition to reflecting the recent social climate and the latest information on LGBTQ+, content has been added regarding specific actions as an Ally that can be practiced in the workplace.
Coinciding with the release of this updated version, Akaruku will offer a special set plan for companies to provide an opportunity for more companies and organizations to review their learning on LGBTQ+.
Furthermore, for educational institutions and local governments, a one-month period in June 2026 will be provided where the target content can be viewed for free within the workplace, to be utilized for promoting understanding among staff and teachers, and for enlightenment in local communities and educational settings.
[URL] https://e-learning.akaruku.co.jp/
Background of the Update
Corporate LGBTQ+ training you want to review before PRIDE Month
- Is the training from a few years ago still exactly the same? -
June is known as 'PRIDE Month', and various initiatives are being held worldwide as an opportunity to promote understanding of LGBTQ+ and think about diversity.
In Japan as well, DE&I promotion initiatives are expanding, such as corporate LGBTQ+ training, internal awareness campaigns, establishment of consultation desks, and reviewing internal systems.
On the other hand, the social climate surrounding LGBTQ+ and the responses required in the workplace are changing year by year. Even for companies that conducted training a few years ago, the information and explanations from that time may not be sufficient to fully address current social conditions and workplace issues.
In this update, based on these recent social conditions, information and some data related to LGBTQ+ have been updated, and 'specific actions as an Ally' that can be practiced in the workplace have been added.
In particular, handling of coming out and 'outing'—transmitting information regarding sexual orientation and gender identity to third parties without the individual's consent—are themes deeply related to a sense of security and trust in the workplace.
Moreover, regarding Allies who stand in a position to support LGBTQ+ individuals, it has become important to not just express 'understanding' or 'support', but to think about specific actions, such as what words to use and considerations to make in the workplace.
Given this background, Akaruku updated part of its provided e-Learning content to ensure that corporate LGBTQ+ training does not end up as a 'learn once and done' event.
Key Points of This Update
This update primarily focused on the following three points:
1. Reviewing content based on recent social conditions
The social climate surrounding LGBTQ+ and the responses required of companies are changing year by year. Taking into account domestic and international trends and common workplace issues, we reviewed the content to make it more appropriate for current corporate training.
2. Updating information and data
Information and some data handled in the training have been updated to the latest versions based on highly reliable surveys. We have revised outdated information and expressions so that learners can understand them based on the current situation.
3. Adding specific actions as an Ally
An Ally refers to a person who is in a position to support LGBTQ+ individuals.
However, in the workplace, it is not uncommon to hear voices saying, 'I don't know what to do to be an Ally' or 'I have the intent, but it's hard to put into action.'
In this update, specific examples of actions that can be practiced in the workplace have been added, such as everyday language usage, attitude when receiving a consultation, and how to interact with surroundings.
What is 'Never Stop Learning! LGBTQ+ E-Learning'?
'Never Stop Learning! LGBTQ+ E-Learning' is a corporate video content that can be utilized as LGBTQ+ training and DE&I training for companies.
Never Stop Learning! LGBTQ+ E-Learning (There are 15 contents in total, which can be selected as needed)
You can learn the knowledge and practical responses necessary for companies to advance DE&I promotion in the workplace, such as basic knowledge of LGBTQ+, personnel systems, coming out/outing, handling consultations, customer service, and the voices of the individuals concerned.
It consists of 15 videos in total, each about 10 to 15 minutes long. In addition to basic training for all employees, necessary content can be selected according to the target audience and purpose, such as HR/recruiters, consultation desk staff, managers, and customer service departments.
Additionally, during the contract period, it can be viewed repeatedly at any time and any place, making it easy to continue internal learning without ending up as a one-off training session.
Features of the Service
1. Produced by an HR consulting company specializing in DE&I promotion
Akaruku has conducted training and lectures for over 600 companies, including listed companies and SMEs. Based on that knowledge, we emphasize content that connects to corporate personnel systems and workplace practices rather than merely providing knowledge.
2. Selectable from 15 videos according to the target audience
We offer a wide range of themes from basic LGBTQ+ knowledge to personnel systems, handling consultations, customer service, and the voices of the individuals concerned. Required contents can be combined and utilized according to corporate issues and target learners.
3. Learn through the voices of individuals working in companies
You can learn about workplace difficulties that are hard to see with knowledge alone, and the anxieties and issues actually felt by the individuals, through their own voices.
4. Visualize understanding and internal voices after taking the course
In addition to visualizing the level of understanding and learners' voices through tests and questionnaires, we can lead to internal measures and system improvements after the course through consultation support as needed.
Recommended for these companies and organizations
- Want to implement LGBTQ+ training and awareness within the company/organization taking the opportunity of PRIDE Month
- Want to review the content of LGBTQ+ training conducted so far
- Want to create an opportunity for all employees/staff to learn basic knowledge of LGBTQ+
- Searching for training content for HR, recruiting, consultation desks, DEI, and managers
- Want to utilize it to promote understanding and enlightenment among staff and teachers
- Want to learn how to handle coming out and outing within the workplace/organization
- Want to spread the concept of an Ally and specific action examples within the company/organization
- Want to advance DE&I promotion continuously, not ending as a temporary effort
Special Offers Accompanying the Release of the Updated Version
Akaruku will provide a special set plan for companies so that the two updated contents can be utilized by more companies and organizations.
Also, for educational institutions and local governments, we...
FAQ
What is the background of the Akaruku LGBTQ+ training update?
It addresses the issue that training conducted years ago may no longer adequately cover current social conditions, practical Ally actions, and outing prevention in the modern workplace.
Who is eligible for the free viewing campaign?
Educational institutions and local governments. They can view the target content for free within their workplaces during the month of June 2026.
Who is the target audience for the training videos?
Content can be selected for basic training for all employees, as well as tailored for HR, recruiters, counselors, managers, and customer service departments.