Hutan Harapan Management became the first manager of the ecosystem restoration (RE) concession in the country which stated commitments to that respects human rights, social, and community engagement (HASCEP) . This commitment is a reference in the management of Hutan Harapan which is located in Jambi and South Sumatra.
The HASCEP is a statement of commitment by PT REKI to using human rights approach and social principles when implementing ecosystem restoration and forest management activities in Hutan Harapan. HASCEP (formerly HARSCEC) was created by PT REKI to provide guidance and ensure a holistic approach toward sustainability and it gives direction to the board of directors, management of Hutan Harapan and all relevant stakeholders. This policy is integrated into PT REKI’s forest restoration plan, as found in the strategic forest management plan 2014–2040.
PT REKI is committed to ensuring ecosystem restoration activities respect human rights and bring positive impacts to all parties, especially indigenous peoples and local and affected people. This commitment is in line with the international conventions on human rights, economy, international convention on civil and political rights, international convention on economic, social, and cultural rights, women’s rights, labor rights, and UNDRIP.
Accordingly, we follow human rights guidance, including that of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), which has become a standard for companies to respect human rights and social impact recognized internationally that is relevant to our operation. Our principle is to follow the higher legal standard when there are conflicts and differences in standards. We will follow national law while looking for ways to respect international human rights conventions.
