Human Rights Policy

Poste Italiane undertakes to progressively intensify its responsibility for the protection of Human Rights, in the interest of those who work with the Company and of the people belonging to the community in which it carries out its activities.
 

The Group's Corporate Policy concerning the safeguard and protection of Human Rights reiterates the rules of conduct to be observed in relations with all stakeholders with whom the Company interacts, as already set out in the Code of Ethics. Poste Italiane pays particular attention to safeguarding the rights of all subjects included within the Group's value chain, belonging to specific categories such as: its own workers, women, children, indigenous people, migrants, external workers, local communities, suppliers and partners, customers, people with disabilities, people who are victims of any form of discrimination and violence. Through this Policy, the Group affirms its commitment to conforming company processes to the main international standards and best practices, and to promoting these principles and periodically reporting the progress of the performances achieved, in terms of management and monitoring methods, identified risks and management and mitigation actions. Furthermore, the Policy regulates various aspects concerning the prevention and condemnation of any form of discrimination or violence, including forced labour, child labour and human trafficking, also promoting freedom of association, the right to collective bargaining and to fair remuneration, in order to support the well-being of people.
 

Among the key objectives of Poste Italiane, particular importance is given to the encouragement and development at all levels of the organisation of a business culture based on the respect and valorisation of diversity in all its forms and manifestations. The conscious management of diversity in an inclusive way contributes not only to creating shared social value, but also represents a competitive advantage for the entire Group, strengthening people's engagement and commitment towards company objectives.

The projects and initiatives promoted by Poste Italiane in order to guarantee social inclusion and enhance diversity are an integral part of a broader strategic framework, aimed at developing balanced organisational models to encourage communication and highlight personal characteristics, while protecting individual vulnerability. The path undertaken by the Group aims to evolve from an approach focused exclusively on the protection and integration of diversity, towards a more proactive strategy that aims to overcome barriers and resolve the factors that hinder the inclusion of individuals in the workplace. The Group's diversity and inclusion strategy testifies to the Company's commitment to creating a collaborative, supportive and open working environment, while at the same time maximising the opportunities it provides, contributing to the well-being of its people on the one hand and to its competitive advantage in business on the other.