SEKISUI KASEI Group believes that an understanding of diversity centering on respect and mutual trust is crucial if we are to respond swiftly and flexibly in these times of uncertainty and enhance corporate value. We are therefore implementing numerous initiatives in line with our HR policy.

The entire Group is committed to increasing the proportion of female employees by establishing systems under which women can actively participate with greater enthusiasm. At SEKISUI KASEI (non-consolidated), a three-year “Action Plan on the Promotion of Women’s Participation and Advancement in the Workplace and Advancement of Measures to Support Raising Next Generation Children” was formulated and launched in April 2022 was formulated and launched in April 2022, and the Company is pressing ahead with the development of talent and the creation of suitable environments to drive the active recruitment of women and increase the pool of female candidates for managerial positions.

At the same time, we recognize that supporting families with children in society as a whole and making it easier for employees to raise their children is one challenge companies should address. We are therefore putting various personnel systems in place and encouraging a workplace understanding of male employees taking parental leave. In FY2024 we aim to achieve a paternity leave ratio of 100% (88.9%* in FY2023).

The employment rate for people with disabilities across the entire group stood at 1.9% in FY2023. Going forward, we will continue to share recruitment experiences throughout the Group in an effort to promote diversity and inclusive hiring.

SEKISUI KASEI Group respects diversity and are committed to eliminating discrimination based on race, nationality, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, or disability, and provides equal opportunities for all employees to thrive and create an environment where everyone can work energetically and authentically. By fostering such an inclusive workplace, we aim to drive innovation and create value through our business activities.
We conduct regular training sessions for managers and supervisors (once a year each) to ensure compliance with laws, prevent legal violations, and promote diversity and respect for individual differences.

Prevention of Child Labor and Forced Labor

SEKISUI KASEI Group respects diversity and is committed to eliminating discrimination based on race, nationality, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, or disability, and to providing equal opportunities for all employees to thrive and create an environment where everyone can work energetically and authentically. By fostering such an inclusive workplace, we aim to drive innovation and create value through our business activities. We conduct regular training for managers and supervisors (on an annual basis) to ensure compliance with laws and regulations, prevent violations, and promote diversity and respect for individual differences.

Equal Pay for Equal Work

SEKISUI KASEI Group is committed to ensuring equal and balanced treatment regardless of gender or type of employment in accordance with the Part-Time and Fixed-Term Employment Act and the Worker Dispatching Act, and has established systems to support this commitment. In addition, we comply with the legal requirement to pay wages above the statutory minimum wage.

Reducing and Controlling Overtime Work

We are committed to reducing excessive work hours and minimizing overtime to ensure our employees maintain a healthy work-life balance and overall well-being. In Japan, we strictly adhere to the "36 Agreement" regulations.

Initiatives:

・Implementing restrictions on computer usage hours

・Managing working hours through an attendance management system

Dialogue Between Management and Employee Representatives

Representatives of employees from various companies within SEKISUI KASEI Group in Japan have opportunities and mechanisms to engage in dialogue with management regarding company operations. Twice a year, we hold meetings between employee representatives and management to deepen mutual understanding through dialogue and exchange of opinions. This healthy relationship allows both parties to recognize and share issues, and to consider and implement improvement measures.

Enhancing Employee Engagement
Continuous Implementation of Engagement Surveys

We conduct an annual engagement survey as an ongoing employee satisfaction survey.
By visualizing the state of employee engagement and clarifying organizational issues, we aim to create a more rewarding organization and workplace.