JICA’s Operations for respecting human rights
Human security is a combined freedom-related concept that refers to the rights to live with the freedom from fear and want, as well as with human dignity. Therefore, it mutually complements the concept of human rights. By reflecting the idea of human security within its initiatives, JICA aims for the protection of human rights within developing countries.
As a social pillar working toward sustainability, JICA makes clear its respect for basic human rights. JICA has been implementing various cooperation-related actions aimed at respecting human rights in developing countries, including those encompassed within the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR) and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR). The Government of Japan ratified these international human rights treaties in 1979.
Respecting Human rights and protecting from abuse, exploitation and harassment
In September 2024, JICA issued a request to companies to respect human rights in JICA’s procurement, and to take actions in accordance with the Japanese Government’s “Guidelines on Respect for Human Rights in Responsible Supply Chains”.
In addition, we are committed to playing an active role in eliminating SEAH and all other forms of harassment. President’s message and ethical conduct request partner governments and implementing partners to join the effort.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion（DE&I）
JICA respects basic human rights and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, including gender equality.
We promote the empowerment of women and girls, as well as the inclusion of older people, children, and people with disabilities, through the enrichment of social security programs. We aim to create an equitable and just society by changing people's awareness and behavior.
Human Resources Strategy
The world is facing increasingly multifaceted and complex issues, including the need for sustainable development. JICA is engaged in projects around the world, and in order to continuously create and provide value to solve such issues and to be an organization “Leading the world with trust” as stated in its vision, JICA believes that the foundation of our organization is to build relationships of trust with each of our partners, both in Japan and abroad. Therefore, everyone who works for JICA is truly a “human capital” who contributes to the foundation of the organization.
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