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Aeon Human Rights Policy

In accordance with this policy, all of Aeon’s executives and other employees (Aeon People) will further their understanding of human rights and help realize a society that respects these rights. We will adopt this policy for all Aeon People and share it with all business partners.
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  1. Our Approach to Human Rights
    • In accordance with AEON 's basic philosophy and the principles of the United Nations Global Compact, which AEON declared its participation in in 2004, Aeon will comply with the human rights norms set out in the International Bill of Human Rights and the International Labor Organization's (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work, in addition to domestic laws regarding human rights and labor, for all people affected by our business activities, and will also support and practice the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
  2. Respect for Human Rights in Business Activities
    • We will respect the privacy of individuals as well as their diverse values and personalities and never discriminate against anyone for any reason, including discriminatory treatment based on race, nationality, ethnicity, gender, age, place of birth, religion, educational background, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Further, we will remain mindful of the positions of others and respect them as our equals.
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    1. We will treat all customers in a fair and impartial manner and provide them with safe, reliable products and services as well as related information.
    2. We will actively communicate with local community members to ensure that we are respecting their human rights.
    3. We will comply with sound corporate ethics and workplace environment-related laws, regulations, and international standards in our business activities by dealing with business partners fairly. Moreover, we will continually improve our performance in this regard.
    4. We will listen to our coworkers, respect each coworker’s human rights, and create workplace environments that are harassment free, safe, and employee friendly. At the same time, we will train and educate all Aeon People to further their knowledge and understanding of human rights.
  3. Implementation of Human Rights Due Diligence
    • Regarding the impact of our business activities on human rights, we will contribute to the realization of a society in which human rights are respected through the implementation of human rights due diligence.
  • Revised August 2023