Human rights, intrinsic to all, champion equality, fairness, and a life free from fear and discrimination. Encompassing principles of dignity, equality, and respect, these universal rights include life, liberty, expression, and education. While governments bear the responsibility of upholding these rights, individuals and organizations play a crucial role in advocating for their fulfillment.

Enterprises, wielding significant influence, impact the human rights landscape across various stakeholders. From employees and contract workers to customers, supply chain workers, and communities, the repercussions extend to end-users of products or services. The integration of human rights into business practices becomes imperative, fostering ethical conduct, effective risk management, meeting stakeholder expectations, and capitalizing on business opportunities. By actively respecting and promoting human rights, businesses contribute not only to their sustainability but also to the broader cause of sustainable development, building trust in the process.

Huhtamaki, as a global company, acknowledges and embraces its responsibility for the impact on individuals and communities within its operational sphere. This commitment is enshrined in Huhtamaki's Code of Conduct and Global Human Rights Policy, reflecting the company's core values of Care, Dare, Deliver.

In the years 2021 and 2022, Huhtamaki demonstrated its dedication to improving human rights management through global assessments, policy revisions, and impact assessments at specific sites. The establishment of a group aligning processes with the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights showcases a continuous effort to enhance the protection of human rights within business activities.

A recent update to the Group Human Rights Policy and the establishment of a steering group for social sustainability, comprising key management members, mark Huhtamaki's commitment to advancing its human rights due diligence process. Participation in the UN Global Compact Business and Human Rights Accelerator program in 2023 further underscores this commitment. The program aimed at developing a concrete action plan for identifying, preventing, and mitigating human rights impacts throughout the value chain. The outcomes provide clarity on assessing potential impacts on people and identifying development needs, highlighting Huhtamaki's ongoing progress in understanding and addressing human rights issues within its operations and value chain.

Looking ahead, Huhtamaki remains dedicated to continuous improvement in its human rights due diligence process. This involves refining the risk assessment approach, detailed analysis of identified risks, ongoing employee training, and heightened awareness initiatives throughout the organization. These proactive steps align with growing stakeholder expectations and upcoming legislation, demonstrating Huhtamaki's commitment to understanding its human rights impacts and taking robust measures to address these impacts. The commitment extends to the full integration of human rights into its processes, further emphasizing the development of a structured framework for addressing human rights issues.