Panasonic Electric Works Sponsors "Nagoya Rainbow Pride 2026"

Panasonic Electric Works Co., Ltd. (hereinafter, Panasonic Electric Works) will sponsor "Nagoya Rainbow Pride 2026." During the event period, in addition to banner placement on the "Nagoya Rainbow Pride" official website and advertisement placement in the official guidebook, Panasonic Electric Works employees will participate in the "Nagoya Rainbow Parade" held within the event on May 16, 2026. ■ Background of Sponsorship Panasonic Electric Works, which develops solutions centered on electrical equipment within the Panasonic Group, actively promotes DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) as the core of its management strategy to realize employee happiness and maximize contributions to customers and society. Defining DEI as "(D) Everyone can (E) work fairly without hesitation and (I) thrive together," the company is fostering a culture where diverse values are utilized and developing environments and mechanisms where all employees can play an active role. As one of these initiatives, the company promotes activities to deepen understanding and promotion of LGBTQ+ and to increase Allies who support them. Furthermore, by endorsing the purpose of this event, it provides an opportunity for employees to experience the joy and wonder of diversity through participation in the parade. ■ About "Nagoya Rainbow Pride 2026" "Nagoya Rainbow Pride" has been held since 2012 as an event that visualizes individual diversity centered on LGBTQ+ and advocates for rights and dignity. "Pride Parades" held not only in Japan but also around the world are attended by many people beyond attributes and positions, including LGBTQ+ individuals, companies, educational institutions, government, students, and families. The theme for 2026 is "Move Forward." Various events, including a parade, will be held as a place to spread "values that recognize differences." Approximately 50,000 people participated in the 2025 event. [Date and Time] May 16, 2026 (Saturday) 10:30-18:00 [Location] Oasis 21 Galaxy Square (Sakae, Nagoya) [Official Website] https://nagoyarainbowpride.com/ [Contact Information] Panasonic Electric Works Co., Ltd. DEI Promotion Office TEL: 06-6908-1131 (Main reception 9:00-17:30) ・About Panasonic Electric Works Co., Ltd. https://panasonic.co.jp/ew/ ・About Panasonic Electric Works' DEI https://panasonic.co.jp/ew/sustainability/dei/