Square Enix Unveils Robust Anti-Harassment Policy to Safeguard Employees and Partners
Square Enix has proactively introduced a comprehensive anti-harassment policy designed to protect its employees and collaborators. This policy clearly defines various forms of harassment, encompassing threats of violence, defamation, and other disruptive behaviors. The company asserts its right to refuse services and pursue legal action against individuals engaging in harassment.
The policy's implementation underscores the growing need for such measures within the gaming industry. Online harassment, including threats and intimidation, has become increasingly prevalent. Square Enix's proactive approach follows similar initiatives by other companies facing similar challenges.
The detailed policy, available on the Square Enix website, explicitly outlines unacceptable behaviors targeting employees and partners at all levels. While valuing fan feedback, the company draws a firm line against harassment, providing specific examples to clarify its stance.
Harassment, as defined by Square Enix, includes:
- Threats of violence or acts of violence
- Abusive language, intimidation, coercion, stalking, and excessive pursuit
- Defamation, personal attacks (across various online platforms), and threats of business disruption
- Persistent inquiries, repeated unwanted visits, and trespassing
- Unlawful restraint through phone calls or online interactions
- Discriminatory speech or conduct based on various protected characteristics
- Privacy infringement through unauthorized photography or recording
- Sexual harassment
The policy also addresses undue demands, such as unreasonable product exchanges, monetary compensation requests, excessive service demands, and unreasonable requests for employee punishment.
This decisive action by Square Enix reflects the unfortunate reality of online harassment within the gaming industry. Recent incidents, including targeted harassment of voice actors based on their gender identity, highlight the urgent need for such protective measures. Past experiences, including death threats against Square Enix staff and the cancellation of events due to threats, further emphasize the importance of this policy. The company's commitment to protecting its workforce is a significant step towards fostering a safer and more respectful environment within the gaming community.
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