STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT AGAINST DISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
1. Introduction
Artema Concept is publicly and officially committed to respecting, promoting and applying the principles of equal opportunities, fairness and non-discrimination in all its activities. We believe that an inclusive, empathetic and balanced environment is an essential condition for innovation, sustainable performance and mutual trust between all stakeholders.
This declaration reflects our constant commitment to human dignity, individual freedom and fundamental rights, taking an active role in preventing and combating discrimination in all its forms.
2. Asserted principles
We strongly oppose any form of discrimination, direct or indirect, systemic or accidental, based on any of the following criteria (non-exhaustive list):
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Sex, gender identity or gender expression
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Sexual orientation
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Race, ethnicity, national origin, or native language
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Religion, beliefs or denominational status
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Age
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Physical, sensory, intellectual disability or neurodiversity
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Health conditions or chronic conditions
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Marital, parental, family or caregiver status
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Economic situation, income or social status
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Physical appearance, weight, height, attire or other personal traits
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Education, professional training or geographical origin
3. Areas of application
The declaration applies across all areas of the company's activity:
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Recruitment, selection, onboarding and professional promotion
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Evaluation, salary and reward systems
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Equitable access to training, mentoring and leadership
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Design, communication and public image
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Relations with suppliers, partners and customers
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Participation in fairs, auctions and external events
4. Prevention, action and remedial measures
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We include explicit criteria of fairness and neutrality in all selection and evaluation processes
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We implement policies and procedures that prevent unconscious bias and unfair treatment
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We organize annual team training sessions on topics such as:
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Unconscious biases and social stereotypes
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Inclusive language and communication
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Culture of empathy and anti-discrimination
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We provide an anonymous and confidential reporting channel: etica@artemaconcept.com
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Investigations are documented, impartial and treated with the utmost seriousness
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We apply remedial measures (training, conciliation, disciplinary sanctions) depending on the case
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The policy is integrated into onboarding, collaboration contracts and internal guidelines
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We annually evaluate the level of diversity and equal opportunities based on transparent KPIs, reported in the CSR
5. Alignment with international standards
The statement is compatible and aligned with the following frameworks and regulations:
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Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union
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UN Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination (ICERD, CEDAW, CRPD)
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Directive 2000/78/EC on equal treatment in employment and occupation
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ISO 30415:2021 on diversity and inclusion management
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UN Global Compact – Principles 1 and 6
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EcoVadis evaluation criteria and standards of international CSR platforms
6. KPIs monitored for equality and inclusion
| Indicator | Description | Annual target |
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| % women in decision-making positions | Measuring gender balance in leadership | At least 50% |
| % people from underrepresented groups | Ethnic, gender, age, orientation diversity | At least 30% |
| No. of DEI trainings | Annual awareness and training sessions | At least 2/year |
| % partners signing the declaration | Spreading DEI values in the ecosystem | 100% strategic partners |
| Average time to resolve a complaint | Effectiveness of the remedy mechanism | Max. 15 days |
7. Public engagement and accountability
Through this statement, Artema Concept :
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Assumes an active role as a promoter of diversity, inclusion and equity
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Encourages all individuals to contribute fearlessly to the organizational culture
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Does not accept silence, passivity or complicity in the face of discriminatory behaviors
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Requests all collaborators to respect this framework of values and to actively contribute to its application
Signed:
Elena Artene – Founder & CEO, Artema Concept
Date: June 2025
Website:www.artema-concept.com
Email: elena@artema-concept.com