Universal Materials Incubator Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "UMI") recognizes that Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (hereinafter referred to as "DE&I") play an important role in realizing a sustainable society and are essential for corporate growth. As a member of the venture community, UMI aims to promote DE&I. Under our ESG policy, UMI does not tolerate any discrimination or harassment based on nationality, place of residence, gender, country of origin, ethnicity, skin color, religion, language, etc. Harassment is a human rights issue, and UMI does not tolerate any acts of harassment in any aspect of its business activities involving any stakeholders, including those within UMI and at its portfolio companies or prospective portfolio companies.

Towards the Realization of DE&I

UMI will promote the following matters towards the realization of DE&I:

  • Leadership embodying DE&I and communication
  • Realization of an organizational culture with psychological safety and inclusiveness
  • Recruitment and development of diverse human resources
  • Ensuring transparency
  • Systematic response to unconscious bias
  • Education and training related to DE&I
  • Establishment of an external reporting channel with ensured anonymity
  • Corrective measures when violations are discovered
  • Formulation of strategies and plans including necessary KPIs for promoting DE&I
  • Regular evaluation and feedback

Towards the Eradication of Harassment

UMI will implement the following initiatives towards the eradication of harassment:

  • Incorporation of a statement in the ESG policy that does not tolerate harassment or any form of discrimination
  • Demonstration of management's stance towards the eradication of harassment
  • Construction and fair operation of a safe reporting system
  • Education and training towards the eradication of harassment and discrimination

Human Rights Reporting and Remediation Framework

UMI supports the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and respects all forms of diversity, including race, sex, nationality, belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity. UMI does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, forced labor, unfair labor practices, or any other form of human rights violation.
In order to promptly identify, prevent, correct and remediate any actual or potential human rights violations that may arise in connection with UMI’s business and investment activities, UMI has established a framework for receiving reports and consultations regarding human rights issues.
UMI has established an external reporting channel for its officers and employees, with safeguards to ensure anonymity and protect whistleblowers. In addition, UMI makes its reporting channel available to stakeholders who are affected or may be affected by its business and investment activities, including portfolio companies, business partners, outsourced service providers, and their workers.
UMI will not use a whistleblower’s personal information for any purpose other than reviewing and investigating the reported matter and implementing corrective and remedial measures. Furthermore, no whistleblower will be subjected to any disadvantageous treatment as a result of making a report or seeking consultation.
UMI will endeavor in good faith to coordinate with all parties relevant to reported matters in order to rectify human rights violations and ensure access to remedies for all affected persons.

Reporting Channel for Stakeholders
Universal Materials Incubator Co., Ltd.
Konwa Bldg. 2F, 1-12-22 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0045, Japan
TEL +81-3-5148-5241
E-mail：umi_report@umi.co.jp

Established on March 21, 2025
Revised on May 21, 2026

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