Human Rights

Fundamental Approach

Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. and its consolidated subsidiaries (“Daihatsu Group”), based on its corporate philosophy of “Staying close to our customers and enriching their lives,” sincerely engages with communities and the life of each and every customer, providing products and services that enable them to live freely and true to themselves. As a fundamental prerequisite for fulfilling this mission, we position respect for the human rights and diversity of all stakeholders as a key pillar of our corporate management, striving to create a workplace and company culture where every executive and individual working in the Daihatsu Group can work happily. We also collaborate with our business partners and local communities to promote the establishment of a sustainable supply chain.

Commitment for the respect for human rights

The Daihatsu Group respects the internationally recognized human rights stipulated in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, and the International Labour Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work (including freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining, prohibition of forced labor, effective abolition of child labor, and elimination of discrimination in employment and occupation). We also support and will work toward implementation of the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
The Daihatsu Group also complies with the laws and regulations of the countries and regions where it conducts business activities. In the event that a country’s laws and regulations differ from international human rights norms, we will strive to adhere to the higher standard of the two. If there is a conflict between the standards, we will seek ways to respect the international human rights principles.

Education Related to Human Rights

Daihatsu implements training for all employees regarding human rights issues, non-discrimination, and open and honest dialogue. In 2022, we held company-wide training with the theme of “Business and Human Rights” in conjunction with the national Human Rights Week. This training covered the importance of respect for human rights, the responsibility required of companies, and points for all Daihatsu employees to keep in mind. Through this training, we ensured that all employees are thoroughly aware of the importance of respecting the human rights of all people involved in Daihatsu’s business, including business partners and customers, and that employees conduct business with consideration for the human rights violations that they could be indirectly involved in or contributing to. Furthermore, we conduct necessary human rights education when training new employees and managers in accordance with their positions and responsibilities.
Additionally, we have also joined outside organizations promoting human rights awareness to enhance this training, collecting information and updating our knowledge base.

Activities for Raising Human Rights Awareness

Daihatsu has been inviting all employees at its sites in Japan to submit human rights slogans every year since the late 1970s and presenting awards during Human Rights Week in December in order to make human rights feel more personal.

Human Rights Training for New Employees

Daihatsu implements training with the theme of human rights as part of its training for new employees. We also encourage employees to learn about human rights issues such as discrimination and harassment, and to promote both the correct understanding of human rights and behavior based on mutual respect.

Compliance Training

Daihatsu implements compliance training for all employees being promoted above the assistant manager level, and gives lectures on management that respects human rights. Through this training, we ensure awareness of internal controls that prevent human rights violations.
Audit & Supervisory Board Members also provide lectures during new employee orientation training.

Diversity Training for Promoted Employees

Daihatsu provides training for newly appointed managers to help them understand human rights that should be respected in day-to-day management. In doing so, we strive to create a positive work environment that values diversity.

Corrective Action Process

We have established and operate a Harassment Consultation Desk where employees can file a report or consult with staff in the event that they discover any kind of harassment or other behavior that violates human rights in the course of business activities.
We established a department at each domestic office that is assigned responsibility for the Harassment Consultation Desk, where several personnel at that department serve as harassment consultants. When someone comes for consultation or to file a report, harassment consultants collect information and report to the General Manager of the Human Resources Division, who is the top authority responsible for harassment cases for the whole company. After that, the harassment consultants, HR Department, and Safety and Health Care Department will work together toward resolution of the issue.
Similar types of consultation are also accepted by Labor Union General Consultation Desks, which are set up by various branches of labor unions, and the Employees’ Voice Helpline website that is run by Daihatsu’s Audit Division.