| Human Rights Management Goals |
WONIK MATERIALS pursues sustainable development based on its core values of Freedom, Communication, and Happiness, aiming to advance as a global materials company. The Company provides a safe and healthy working environment to all employees at its workplaces,, treats human rights as the top priority throughout all management activities, and pledges to make every effort to promote and protect the human rights of all employees and stakeholders. Through these commitments, the Company declares its dedication to fulfilling a high standard of respect for human rights. |
| Human Rights Management Charter |
WONIK MATERIALS, based on its core values of Freedom, Communication, and Happiness, commits to realizing the value of human rights respect in all business activities,,and to fulfilling its responsibility to contribute to societal progress, and hereby declares the Human Rights Management Charter as follow
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As a company practicing a high level of global citizenship, Wonik Materials shall respect the dignity and value inherent in all persons as human beings among all stakeholders encountered through products and services,, contracts,, procurement,, and other business activities in daily operations, and shall guarantee their human rights.
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Wonik Materials Co., Ltd. ‘Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)’(UDHR, Universal Declaration of Human Rights) and ‘UN UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs)’(UNGPs, United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights) and other international human rights standards, and officially supports and complies with, all labor principles and laws recommended by the International Labour Organization (ILO)(ILO, International Labour Organization)and ratified by states. We shall comply with all applicable labor principles and regulations.
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Wonik Materials shall identify, prevent, and mitigate actual, and potential human rights risks throughout all business operations,·prevent,·and mitigate them,, and shall actively cooperate with all stakeholders to ensure that respect for human rights is effectively implemented
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Wonik Materials shall not only make every effort to prevent human rights violations in all business activities,, but also avoid aiding or abetting violations and shall make every effort to provide remedy to victims.
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Wonik Materials Co., Ltd. ‘UNUN Global Compact (UNGC)’(UNGC, United Nations Global Compact)'s principles on human rights,·labor,·environment,·and anti-corruption, Wonik Materials shall establish and implement the systems and governance frameworks required for human rights management
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| Human Rights Risk Factors | Operational Guidelines |
| Respect for Human Rights & Non-Discrimination |
WONIK MATERIALS recognizes all employees and stakeholders as individuals deserving respect for their dignity and value as human beings,, upholds this as the top priority across all business activities, and actively strives to provide the right to work in an environment free from discrimination. The Company thoroughly excludes discrimination and prejudice based on any characteristic protected by law or social norms, including race,, gender,, age,, gender identity,, educational background,, disability,, religion,, nationality,, language,, political views,, economic background, and other protected characteristics, and embraces diverse backgrounds and cultures. The Company strives to provide equal opportunities in recruitment, promotion,, compensation,, and training, and works to foster a culture of mutual respect and consideration. |
| Prohibition of Workplace bullying & Sexual Harassment |
WONIK MATERIALS guarantees the right to work in a safe environment based on mutual respect and trust. The Company strictly prohibits all forms of harassment that cause physical or mental distress or worsen the work environment by abusing positions of authority, or relationships in the workplace,·as well as any conduct causing sexual humiliation, and upon becoming aware of any such violation,, conducts an objective investigation without delay and resolves the matter promptly and fairly. |
| Prohibition of Forced Labor & Child Labor |
WONIK MATERIALS does not tolerate forced labor in any form, including violence,, intimidation,, confinement,, or mental or physical restraint,, and thoroughly guarantees the right of all employees and stakeholders to participate in work voluntarily and of their own free will. The Company prohibits in principle the employment of persons under 15years of age,, and ensures that minors under 18years of age are not engaged in hazardous·or harmful work in compliance with applicable labor laws and regulations. |
| Freedom of Association |
WONIK MATERIALS promotes sound organizational development through constructive and ongoing communication between management and labor. The Company guarantees freedom of association in accordance with labor laws and regulations, not permiting any interference or restriction, and does not subject anyone to unfair treatment on the grounds of trade union membership or activities. |
| Wages & Benefits |
WONIK MATERIALS respects the right to receive fair compensation commensurate with one's work and contributions. The Company provides a work environment with economic stability by paying wages at or above the minimum wage stipulated by labor laws in each country and region,, and provides lawful compensation for overtime work conducted with mutual agreement between management and labor. |
| Working Hours Compliance |
WONIK MATERIALS strictly complies with working hours stipulated by laws and regulations,reasonably designing working hours with top priority given to achieving work-life balance as well as operational efficiency and employee health. The Company does not compel employees to work beyond statutory working hours,, overtime work shall in principle be voluntary, and in cases where unavoidable overtime occurs, fair compensation shall be provided. |
| Occupational Safety & Health |
WONIK MATERIALS prioritizes the right of all employees and workplace visitors to work in a safe and healthy environment, and establishes an occupational safetymanagement system. The Company proactively identifies all hazards in the workplace and systematically eliminates or controls them to minimize the likelihood of industrial accidents,, and creates a communication channel for all employees and stakeholders to voluntarily participate in safety initiatives, promoting hazard reporting and preventive activities. |
| Responsible Supply Chain Management | WONIK MATERIALS actively communicates with all business partners in its supply chain, including suppliers, and vendors,to enable them to adopt and substantively implement human rights management, provides necessary support and cooperation, and actively requires compliance with obligations to protect human rights. |
| Community Engagement & Protection of Local Residents' Rights |
WONIK MATERIALS respects the economic·and cultural diversity of local communities. The Company systematically reviews human rights risks in local communities, identifies potential impacts, works to prevent issues from arising, , and actively strives to protect the human rights and freedoms of local residents throughout all business activities. |
| Mission | Human Rights Management that prioritizes the guarantee of human dignity and value | ||
| Vision | Achieving sustainable development and social value through the protection and respect of all stakeholders' human rights | ||
| Mid- to Long-Term Roadmap |
HRM Systemization (~ 2026) Introduction & Framework Establishment |
HRM Internalization (2027 ~ 2029) Implementation & Consolidation |
HRM Enhancement (2030) Dissemination |
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| Human Rights Impact Assessment Scope | Headquarters & Overseas Subsidiaries | Biz. Partner Including Biz. Partners & Key Stakeholders | |
| Category | Role |
| CEO | • Chair of key decision-making bodies including the Human Rights Management Committee |
| Human Rights Management Committee |
• Highest decision-making body on human rights matters • Regular discussion and deliberation on key human rights issues |
| Human Rights Remedy Committee | • Investigation and deliberation of human rights violation cases and related proceedings |
| Category | Counseling & Reporting Channel |
| Online | • Wonik Materials Website > [[Cyber Complaint Center]] Report l Consult |
| Offline | • In-house Grievance Committee |
| Category | Prevention of Workplace Bullying | Sexual Harassment Prevention | Disability Awareness in the Workplace | Personal Data Protection |
| Purpose | Proactive prevention and recurrence prevention of workplace harassment | Understanding the concept of sexual harassment,, prevention, and response procedures | Creating a stable working environment for employees with disabilities | Improving awareness of personal data protection and understanding the necessity of protective measures |
| Target | All employees | |||
| Operation | One time a year | |||
| Training hours for one employee | 4 hours ((1 hour per session)) | |||
