Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
JEDI Governance and Accountability Statement
At Akçakaya Group Tekstil A.Ş., we believe that Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) are fundamental elements of sustainable growth, ethical management, and a people-centered corporate culture.
We recognize that an inclusive workplace that embraces different perspectives, experiences, and talents contributes to employee development, innovation, collaboration, and our long-term organizational success. Therefore, we consider JEDI principles to be an integral part not only of our human resources practices but also of all our business processes.
Senior Management Responsibility
Ultimate responsibility for the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our JEDI Policy rests with the Senior Management of Akçakaya Group Tekstil.
Senior Management is committed to:
- Supporting JEDI principles and commitments.
- Providing a workplace that offers equal opportunities for all.
- Maintaining a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
- Promoting diversity and inclusive leadership.
- Allocating the necessary resources to support JEDI initiatives.
- Regularly reviewing the effectiveness of the policy.
Operational Responsibility
The day-to-day implementation and coordination of the JEDI Policy are managed by the Human Resources and Social Compliance Department.
In this regard, the responsible department shall:
- Coordinate the implementation of JEDI policies and procedures.
- Plan and conduct training and awareness programs.
- Monitor recruitment, compensation, career development, and promotion processes to ensure compliance with equity principles.
- Evaluate employee feedback, suggestions, and complaints.
- Ensure that allegations of discrimination, harassment, and unequal treatment are investigated through appropriate mechanisms.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and report findings to Senior Management.
- Monitor the achievement of JEDI objectives and track relevant performance indicators.
Responsibilities of All Managers
All managers at Akçakaya Group Tekstil are responsible for:
- Demonstrating leadership aligned with JEDI principles.
- Fostering an inclusive working culture within their teams.
- Preventing discriminatory behavior.
- Supporting a safe working environment where employees can freely express their opinions.
- Making decisions that promote equal opportunities.
Employee Participation
The development of a strong JEDI culture is a shared responsibility of both management and employees.
Employees are encouraged to:
- Treat one another with respect.
- Be aware of and responsive to discrimination and harassment.
- Support inclusive behaviors.
- Share suggestions for improvement.
- Report observed misconduct or inappropriate behavior through established channels.
No employee shall be subject to retaliation for reporting concerns in good faith.
Monitoring and Continuous Improvement
The effectiveness of JEDI practices is regularly monitored and evaluated through relevant performance indicators.
At least annually, during Management Review Meetings or equivalent management meetings, Senior Management reviews:
- JEDI objectives.
- Employee feedback.
- Training activities.
- Recruitment and career development data.
- Findings from grievance mechanisms.
- Opportunities for improvement.
Appropriate actions are then identified and implemented to support continuous improvement.
Accountability
Akçakaya Group Tekstil considers the measurement, evaluation, and continuous improvement of JEDI performance to be an essential part of its corporate governance framework.
Accordingly, the company is committed to complying with applicable national legislation as well as international social compliance, human rights, and sustainability standards in the markets where it operates.
Our Commitment
At Akçakaya Group Tekstil, we are committed to creating a fair, equitable, respectful, and inclusive working and business environment for all employees, business partners, customers, and other stakeholders.
In line with this commitment, we will continue to integrate JEDI principles into all our activities, regularly review our progress, and pursue continuous improvement.