BACKGROUND
As an influencer marketing company, Barcode Influencer Marketing Private Limited (referred as “Barcode” or the “Company”) prioritizes diversity and inclusion. We offer equal opportunities to all employees, irrespective of background, and base recruitment solely on merit. Our aim is to create a supportive workplace culture where everyone feels respected and valued, enabling us to better connect with diverse audiences globally.
This Equal Opportunity Policy (hereinafter referred as “Policy”) is in accordance with the provisions of ‘The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016’ (“hereinafter referred as Act”) and the rules made thereunder.
People or persons with disability, are hereinafter referred as “Specially Gifted”.
DEFINITIONS
Any words used in this Policy shall have the same meaning ascribed to it under the Act or rules made thereunder.
SCOPE
This Policy is applicable to all Specially Gifted which includes board members, employees, consultants, temporary employees, trainees / apprentices, job applicants of our Company and its subsidiaries. It also covers those employees who acquire disability during their work tenure. This Policy also applies to all aspects of employment, be it recruitment, training, working conditions, remuneration, transfers, employee benefits and career advancement.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR Specially Gifted PERSONS
With the aim of fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment, Barcode is dedicated to ensuring the following provisions for Specially Gifted individuals:
- Provision of suitable facilities and amenities to facilitate their job responsibilities.
- Implementation of accessibility standards in documents, communications, and information technology systems.
- Assurance that any new facility, building, or renovation adheres to necessary infrastructure and amenities for accessibility.
- Ensuring barrier-free accessibility and availability of assistive devices as needed.
- Conducting company facilities, offices, events, and meetings in inclusive venues with reasonable accommodations for Specially Gifted individuals.
- Providing necessary facilities for smooth and hassle-free travel during official trips.
- Commitment to non-discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, training, working conditions, remuneration, transfers, benefits, and career advancement.
- Prohibition of harassment or discrimination against Specially Gifted individuals by any employee or vendor, emphasizing respect and dignity at all times.
- Ensuring all suitable positions are open to Specially Gifted individuals, with hiring, recruitment, and promotion based solely on merit and evaluation of skills and competence.
- Facilitating the return to work at the same level for employees who acquire disabilities during employment. If necessary, transferring them to a suitable position with equivalent pay and benefits, with recourse to advice from a certifying surgeon for guidance.
LIAISON OFFICER
The Company has nominated Manager – Human Resources as the Liaison Officer. The Liaison Officer shall also ensure that there are no grounds of discrimination at the time of hiring, recruitment and there are appropriate facilities/amenities for Specially Gifted in the Company.
MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS
The Company will keep records that include the following details:
- The count of Specially Gifted individuals employed and their employment start dates.
- Names, genders, and addresses of Specially Gifted employees.
- Descriptions of their disabilities.
- Descriptions of the work they are engaged in.
- Details of the facilities provided to them.
Information disclosed by an employee regarding their disability will be kept confidential and maintained in a separate file. Essential details about disabilities may be shared with managers, supervisors, and administrative personnel to facilitate necessary accommodations or support as required.
GRIEVANCE MECHANISM
Any aggrieved employee who is Specially Gifted, can raise their concerns/grievance arising out of this Policy directly to the Human Resources Department. The Company shall ensure that reasonable opportunity is provided to the Specially Gifted person, to effectively participate in the investigation process.
On investigation, if the employee against whom the complaint has been made, is found guilty of discriminatory behavior, he/she will be subjected to necessary disciplinary actions as per the rules of services.
During the investigation and thereafter, the Human Resources Department shall ensure confidentiality and protect the Specially Gifted person who has raised a concern/grievance under this Policy, in good faith and without any malafide intention.
AMENDMENT
Our Directors are authorized to amend the Policy, to give effect to any changes/amendments as maybe required from time to time.