Deepen corporate culture that respects human rights

1. Commitment to Respect for Human Rights

Since our founding, ACOM has adopted the corporate philosophy "based on the spirit of human dignity and in putting customers first, is contributing to the realization of an enjoyable and affluent personal life, and to improving lifestyle, through creative and innovative management." Guided by this philosophy, all of our officers and employees promote initiatives to respect human rights.

2. Human Rights to be Respected

ACOM respects the following as international human rights standards.

• 1. Universal Declaration of Human Rights
• 2. Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work (International Labour Organization (ILO))
• 3. Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights

Furthermore, regardless of whether or not there is a legal obligation in a given country to respect human rights, we support and respect internationally recognized standards and related principles concerning human rights.
In cases where there is a conflict between internationally recognized standards and the laws and regulations of a given country, we seek ways to honor international standards.

3. Positioning of the ACOM Human Rights Policy

ACOM recognizes its corporate social responsibility and mission, and is committed to upholding the founding spirit of the "Circle of Trust," while acting in line with our corporate philosophy derived from this spirit. The ACOM Human Rights Policy, established by resolution of the Board of Directors, is based on the "ACOM Group Code of Ethics" and the "Code of Conduct" and represents our pledge to respect human rights in all of our business activities.

4. Scope of the Human Rights Policy

Guided by the ACOM Human Rights Policy, all of our officers and employees strive to respect human rights.
We also share this policy with all stakeholders identified in our vision, and work to promote respect for human rights among them.
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5. Human Rights Issues

• ・Discrimination
  We do not tolerate discriminatory treatment or harassment of any kind, including on the basis of race, national origin, belief, religion, disability, family origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or health condition.
• ・Forced Labor and Child Labor
  We do not tolerate labor practices that infringe upon human rights, such as forced labor or child labor.
• ・Freedom of Association and the Right to Collective Bargaining
  We respect employees' freedom of association and their right to collective bargaining in labor-management relations.
• ・Ensuring a Safe and Comfortable Working Environment
  We maintain a working environment where employees can continue to work safely and comfortably.
• ・Working Hours and Wages
  We comply with the laws and regulations of each country and region, and appropriately manage employees' working hours, holidays, leave, and wages.

6. Requests to Stakeholders for Respect for Human Rights and Engagement

We request that our stakeholders respect human rights and refrain from any infringement. In cases where business activities have caused negative impacts on human rights, we take appropriate measures, including requesting stakeholders to respect human rights and prevent infringements, thereby promoting respect for human rights.
Furthermore, in implementing initiatives under the ACOM Human Rights Policy, we strive to enhance and improve our efforts to respect human rights through dialogue and consultation with relevant stakeholders.

7. Remediation and Relief

If our business activities cause negative impacts on human rights, or if it becomes clear that we have contributed to such impacts, we respond swiftly and appropriately and work to provide remediation.

8. Governance and Management Structure

The ACOM Human Rights Policy is determined by the Board of Directors. We regularly consider the need for revisions and revise the policy as necessary. In addition, with respect to initiatives deemed highly important in light of the Human Rights Policy, deliberations are held at the management meeting, followed by reporting to the Board of Directors for oversight. We also strive to identify risks related to human rights, while initiatives concerning human rights are carried out by the relevant departments for each stakeholder group. Furthermore, we make appropriate and proactive disclosures and strive to ensure transparency.

9. Education Activities

We continuously conduct training and awareness activities on human rights to ensure that all of our officers and employees understand the ACOM Human Rights Policy and can actively engage in respecting human rights.