Purpose
With ‘Respect for Diversity’ being one of our core values, Nestlé has been committed to being an equal opportunity employer. The same is reinforced by our Corporate Business Principles and our Code of Business conduct.

“Our success is based on our people. We treat each other with respect and dignity and expect everyone to promote a sense of personal responsibility. We recruit competent and motivated people who respect our values, provideequal opportunities for their development and advancement, protect their privacy and do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.” (Principle 5: Nestlé Corporate Business Principles).

“We embrace diversity and respect the personal dignity of our fellow employees. Nestlé respects the personal dignity, privacy and personal rights of every employee and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Therefore, employees must not discriminate on the basis of origin, nationality, religion, race, gender, age or sexual orientation, or engage in any kind of verbal or physical harassment based on any of the above or any other reason. Employees who feel that their workplace does not comply with the above principles are encouraged to raise their concerns with the HR Department.” (Section 12: Nestlé Code of Business Conduct)

Scope
The Equal Opportunity Policy is applicable for all job applicants and employees.

Policy Framework
Nestlé India is committed to providing equal opportunities without any discrimination on the grounds of age, color, disability, origin, nationality, religion, race, gender, or sexual orientation and will not engage in any kind of verbal or physical harassment based on any of the above or any other reason.

To this end:
- Our employees are personally responsible for treating each other with respect and dignity, which
includes respecting the rights and differences of others.
- Employment with Nestlé India will be based on merit and not on any irrelevant attributes or
characteristics that an individual may possess.
- Developmental and promotional opportunities will be based on performance, ability and potential, and
will be consistent with the needs of the business.

All grievances and complaints will be taken seriously and treated with sensitivity and fairness. In lieu of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016 and Rules, Nestlé India as per specific requirement, shall ensure that proper infrastructure and reasonable accommodation is provided to
persons with disability to enable them to effectively discharge their duties at the establishment.
Nestlé India has a designated Diversity & Inclusion Council that shall oversee the provision of the
infrastructure and facilities required for the process of recruitment for Persons with Disabilities.
Nestlé India commits that no opportunity will be denied to Persons with Disabilities and there will be no
discrimination of any manner.
Roles and Responsibilities
Employee Responsibilities

Interpretation & Guidance
In the event that any additional guidance and/or further interpretation is required, please contact your local Human Resources representative.
Review Timelines The policy will be reviewed basis changes in legal and market guidelines.

Communication of Policy
Policy will be available on intranet to all employees and our corporate website. It will also be available at all conspicuous places in branch, factories and Head Office. All employees will undergo a training on Code of Business Conduct and Nestlé Corporate Business Principles, which form a basis of this policy, through e-modules and/or classroom sessions.