A better future means delivering long term positive impacts for people in our value chain, from our own employees to farming communities.
It's about who we are. With 46,000+ employees and 65,000+ growers in our global family, we're creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
By fostering an inclusive workplace, we empower our people to reach their full potential. At the same time, we place growers at the center of our efforts, working to improve their livelihoods and build lasting community partnerships that drive positive change at every level.
We're dedicated to ensuring that every employee works in a safe environment, thrives professionally, and can be their authentic self at work. We believe that open, fair, and inclusive societies benefit everyone, and that all individuals should have the opportunity to engage fully in the social, economic, and cultural life of their communities.
Around the world, we operate in diverse environments, some of which face significant human rights challenges. It’s essential to actively address these risks by understanding our impact and working to respect human rights. We do this through continuous due diligence, initiatives to combat workplace discrimination and inequality, and programs aimed at eradicating child labor within our industry.
We create a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion drives us to implement initiatives that promote equal opportunities, support employee well-being, and foster a culture of respect and collaboration. By embracing diverse perspectives, we are building a stronger, more innovative, and inclusive company for all.
Our employees have the right to be protected from work-related injuries and illnesses We are therefore responsible for providing a safe working environment and fostering a culture that prioritizes health and safety.
We are committed to creating safe workplaces by aligning our health and safety standards with international requirements, exceeding legal standards, and extending our safety measures to contractors and visitors.
Tobacco leaf sourcing is essential to our supply chain and crucial for future business growth. We collaborate with directly contracted growers and third-party leaf merchants to enhance supply security and leaf provenance. This approach provides us with greater flexibility to adapt to changing market demands.
With our global reach, we address some of the most urgent social and environmental issues, promoting inclusiveness and resilience within communities. Our initiatives reflect our dedication to building a better future in all our endeavors.
As a Global Top Employer, we champion workplace excellence and gender diversity in leadership. At the same time, we’re making a meaningful impact by moving children at risk of having to work into education and ensuring sustainable labor practices across our supply chain.
Children at-risk, withdrawn or prevented from child labor and enrolled in education
Fairness, justice, and respect for human rights are non-negotiable. At JTI, we are committed to take care of everyone in our value chain - from employees to growers. We continue to evolve our due diligence approach, knowing there’s always more we can do to positively impact lives and livelihoods.
At JTI, people are at the heart of everything we do. From preventing child labor and empowering communities to fostering diversity and nurturing talent, our programs create opportunities that inspire growth and drive meaningful change.
Diversity & inclusion: We cultivate an inclusive culture that celebrates diverse perspectives, fostering innovation and making JTI a place where everyone can thrive.
Talent development: We invest in our people through continuous learning and development opportunities, empowering them to reach their full potential and drive our collective success.
Global opportunities: We offer international career paths, enabling employees to gain diverse experiences and contribute to our global growth.
Sustainable farming practices: We train growers to adopt practices that boost crop quality while caring for the environment.
Financial literacy training: We help farmers build stronger livelihoods with essential money management skills.
Community development: We support education, healthcare, and local infrastructure to help communities thrive.
We integrate human rights due diligence into our business to identify and mitigate risks across our operations and supply chain. This ensures we maintain the highest ethical standards and prevent adverse impacts on people.
Human rights impact assessment in high-risk countries: We conduct assessments in high-risk countries, engaging directly with workers, suppliers, and communities. These evaluations help us uncover human rights challenges and take action to address them.
Developing action plans to address risks : Based on assessment findings, we create targeted action plans to tackle key risks such as labor conditions, workplace safety, and discrimination, ensuring continuous improvement.
Programs to address specific risks : We run initiatives to address the root causes of child labor (ARISE), eliminate workplace discrimination, and strengthen labor rights, embedding long-term solutions into our operations and supply chain.
Read more about Human Right at JTI and visit our ARISE program website.