Human Rights Policy
Policy & Commitment
In line with Everlight Chemical’s core values and philosophy, the Company has established its Human Rights Policy on August 16, 2019. The policy is based on Four Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and takes into consideration local regulations at each operational location worldwide. The policy explicitly stipulates the Company’s commitment to respecting employees’ freedom of association and right to collective bargaining, prohibition of forced labor and child labor, zero tolerance for unlawful discrimination, and continuous promotion of character education. The policy has been signed and approved by the Company’s chairman and announced publicly.
The policy applies not only to employees but also non-employees such as contractors and subcontractors working on our premises.
The policy applies not only to employees but also non-employees such as contractors and subcontractors working on our premises.
Human Rights Risk Assessment
All our global locations strictly comply with local regulations. All operational locations in Taiwan, Trend Tone Imaging and Everlight Suzhou implement the Company’s Human Rights Policy and conduct relevant training to prevent any human rights violations.
In addition, in the 3,000+ procurement contracts we sign with suppliers each year, we have included explicit provisions stipulating that both parties and their affiliates shall adhere to corporate social responsibilities, including compliance with the law and international conventions, emphasis on ethics and character, respect for universal human rights, prohibition of child labor, forced labor or discrimination, and the protection of employee health and safety. We have also disclosed our social responsibility standards on the supplier portal of our official website, so that suppliers understand our stance and requirements regarding employees’ freedom of association and collective bargain rights.
In addition, in the 3,000+ procurement contracts we sign with suppliers each year, we have included explicit provisions stipulating that both parties and their affiliates shall adhere to corporate social responsibilities, including compliance with the law and international conventions, emphasis on ethics and character, respect for universal human rights, prohibition of child labor, forced labor or discrimination, and the protection of employee health and safety. We have also disclosed our social responsibility standards on the supplier portal of our official website, so that suppliers understand our stance and requirements regarding employees’ freedom of association and collective bargain rights.
Measures to Prevent Negative Human Rights Impacts
In compliance with the Labor Standards Act and Employment Service Act, Everlight Chemical does not employ child labor under the age of 16 and ensures equal treatment of job applicants and employees, regardless of their race, language, ideology, religion, political affiliation, place of origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, and other characteristics. The Company does not compel or coerce any unwilling individuals to engage in labor and ensures that employees have reasonable working hours.
In addition, in accordance with the law, labor-management consultation meetings are held quarterly, where management and labor representatives engage in thorough communication and exchange of opinions. The Company approaches labor relations with a sincere attitude. We value and appropriately respond to employees’ opinions, so as to effectively coordinate labor-management relations and facilitate cooperation. We also hold year-end employee symposiums and publish quarterly journals to inform employees on Company’s key policies and achievements, providing smooth channels of communication for employees to promptly voice their opinions. With an attitude of trust, respect, motivation, and care, we practice our core business principle of “Respecting Employees” with actions.
Human Rights Training
Firmwide Human Rights Policy Training in 2022
100% training completion rate
Training completed by 1,128 employees
56 hours of training in total
100% training completion rate
Training completed by 1,128 employees
56 hours of training in total
Non-Discrimination Policy
“No complaints of discrimination were filed in 2022.
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Zero tolerance for discrimination is explicitly stated in Everlight Chemical’s Human Rights Policy, and “Respecting Employees” is one of our core business principles. We follow a humanistic management approach and mandate that all employees should treat each other with respect. Any act of prejudice, insult, harassment, or physical harm is strictly prohibited. We have also established the Measures for Complaints & Disciplinary Actions against Workplace Sexual Harassment and the Sexual Harassment Investigation Committee to address potential concerns.
Sexual Harassment Prevention
“There were no sexual harassment incidents in 2022
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The Company has formulated the Measures for Complaints & Disciplinary Actions against Workplace Sexual Harassment, which specifies the definition and scope of sexual harassment, establishment of the Sexual Harassment Investigation Committee, a complaints and remedy system, arbitration procedures, duty of confidentiality, counseling support, medical referral services and more. A dedicated phone line, fax, mailbox and email address have been set up for sexual harassment complaints, with relevant information and resources displayed in prominent places in the workplace. When employees encounter sexual harassment in the workplace, they can file a complaint with respective committee members. Also, regular anti-sexual harassment training is held to educate employees on proper prevention and awareness and eliminate workplace sexual harassment.
Management Approach
Zero Tolerance for Discrimination
Zero Tolerance for Discrimination
- Our promotion and employee management practices follow the Act of Gender Equality in Employment, Employment Service Act and Labor Standards Act. The Measures for Complaints & Disciplinary Actions against Workplace Sexual Harassment and the Sexual Harassment Investigation Committee are in place for protection. No complaints of discrimination were filed in 2022.
- We have included “Respecting Employees” as one of our core business principles, following a humanistic management approach and mandating that all employees should treat each other with respect. Any act of prejudice, insult, harassment, or physical harm is strictly prohibited.
- To protect the rights of indigenous employees, we offer leave for traditional indigenous ceremonies, allowing employees to take leave and participate in traditional ceremonies and celebrations of their culture.
Management Approach for Human Rights Policy
Respect employees’ freedom of association and right to collective bargaining
Prohibit forced labor
Prohibit use of child labor
