Ail Develops Anti-Harassment Policy to Protect Job Seekers

Introduction

Ail Inc., headquartered in Osaka and Tokyo, has recently announced a new anti-harassment policy to protect applicants during the job recruitment process. This initiative aims to promote fair and healthy hiring practices, contributing to a society where individuals can freely pursue their dreams in their professional lives.

Background of the Policy

Job recruitment harassment refers to inappropriate behaviors that place psychological and physical burdens on applicants during the recruitment process. In recent years, incidents have surfaced where employees in charge of hiring have forced personal interactions on applicants or made invasive comments about their privacy. Such actions utilize a company's authority during recruitment to harm job seekers, thus necessitating the implementation of clearer anti-harassment policies.

As the amended Equal Employment Opportunity Act takes effect on October 1, 2026, companies are required to establish guidelines to prevent sexual harassment against applicants. Specifically, there is a need for organizations to clarify their policies and establish preventive measures against such harassment.

Ail's Commitment

Upholding the company policy “FREE, LOVE & DREAM,” Ail aspires to create a society where people feel joy in their daily work and life, allowing them to nurture their dreams freely. The recruitment phase is a crucial turning point where individuals envision their future working lives, and ensuring safety and fairness in this process is vital for both the applicants and society as a whole.

Ail values equitable relationships, adhering to the principle of '50:50' in interactions—this applies equally in recruitment. The philosophy emphasizes that neither applicants nor the company holds superiority during the selection process. Open and fair dialogue fosters a fulfilling recruitment experience for all.

To formalize this understanding, Ail has documented its harassment prevention policy to raise internal awareness and enforce compliance. This will help create a safe environment for applicants during their job search.

Anti-Harassment Guidelines

Ail prohibits the following behaviors as part of its anti-harassment policy:

- Inquiring into personal information not pertinent to the hiring process (such as family structure, place of origin, romance/marriage, or religion).
- Engaging in sexual conduct or comments, inappropriate gazes, or imposing fixed gender roles on applicants.
- Utilizing high-pressure tactics or discriminatory statements that cause undue stress during interviews.
- Forcing applicants to comply with unreasonable scheduling demands or coercing them to withdraw from other offers.
- Unapproved surveillance of applicants’ social media, infringing on their private lives.
- Unnecessary social interactions involving alcohol with students or inappropriately binding them outside business hours.
- Contacting applicants without the HR department's consent for unnecessary communications.

Principles of Conduct in Recruitment

Participants involved in the recruitment process must adhere to the following principles:

1. Principle of Fairness: No discrimination based on gender, age, origin, religion, disability, or personal beliefs will be tolerated.
2. Principle of Dignity: All applicants are to be treated with respect on an equal footing, avoiding any intimidating or condescending attitudes.
3. Principle of Transparency: The selection process, including its contents, flow, purposes, and evaluation criteria, will be clearly explained to applicants.
4. Principle of Confidentiality: Any personal information obtained during the recruitment process will be protected and not used for purposes outside hiring.
5. Principle of Sincerity: Ail is committed to active listening and maintaining professionalism in responding to applicants’ inquiries or withdrawal notices.

Based on this policy, Ail will create internal manuals to ensure thorough awareness and adherence. Honest dialogue with applicants will remain paramount, promoting fair and sincere interactions throughout the recruitment journey.

Contact for Harassment Concerns

For any harassment-related concerns during the recruitment process, applicants are encouraged to reach out to the following contact: [email protected]. Rest assured, inquiries will not affect the selection outcomes in any way.

About Ail Inc.

Ail Inc. supports back-office operations essential to business continuity, such as sales and inventory management systems. The company aims to foster a society where everyone can engage in creative work and enjoy a fulfilling life. Ail remains committed to service development, enhancement, and community engagement.