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1. Position of this policy

This policy is positioned as a superordinate policy over all regulations and norms related to Aiya's efforts to respect human rights.

2. Scope of application

This policy applies to all officers and employees of Aiya (including officers and employees, as well as part-time workers, etc.). We also expect our business partners to understand and comply with this policy.

3. Respect for internationally recognized human rights

We promote initiatives based on the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. Furthermore, as internationally recognized human rights, the human rights listed in the United Nations' International Bill of Human Rights and the International Labor Organization's (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work are recognized as the minimum level. Understand and respect these.
If our business activities cause or encourage human rights violations, we will take appropriate corrective measures. Additionally, if it becomes clear that we are involved in human rights violations through business relationships, we will strive to correct them through appropriate procedures.
We comply with the laws and regulations of each country and region that apply to our business activities. If a conflict arises between internationally recognized human rights standards and domestic laws and regulations, we will strive to find a way to respect internationally recognized human rights.

4. Implementation of human rights due diligence

In order to appropriately deal with actual or potential negative impacts on human rights in our business activities, we will identify negative impacts, implement prevention and mitigation measures, and conduct regular monitoring. Through these efforts, we strive for continuous improvement.

5. Education/Training

In order to promote initiatives related to respect for human rights, we will provide education on human rights to all executives and employees.

6. Dialogue with stakeholders

We will engage in honest dialogue and consultation with stakeholders.

7. Information disclosure

We will implement our human rights initiatives based on advice from external experts, and will disclose information on our website in a timely and appropriate manner.