Aakarshan's Two-Pillar Commitment

At Aakarshan International Pvt. Ltd., ethical governance is the cornerstone of our business. We are committed to conducting all recruitment and business operations with the highest standards of integrity, transparency, accountability, and professionalism. Our commitment is founded on two core pillars: compliance with applicable laws and regulations and adherence to internationally recognized ethical recruitment standards.

Supported by our ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, we continuously strengthen our governance framework to ensure responsible recruitment, safeguard the rights and dignity of migrant workers, and deliver value to our clients, partners, regulators, and the communities we serve.

Pillar I: Compliance with Laws and Regulatory Requirements

Aakarshan maintains full compliance with the legal and regulatory frameworks governing foreign employment in Nepal and destination countries. We ensure that every stage of the recruitment process is conducted lawfully, transparently, and in accordance with applicable statutory requirements and bilateral agreements.

Our compliance framework includes, but is not limited to:

• Foreign Employment Act, 2064 (2007), Nepal
• Foreign Employment Rules, 2064 (2008), Nepal
• Labour Act, 2074 (2017), Nepal
• Labour Rules, 2075 (2018), Nepal
• Applicable labour and immigration laws of destination countries
• Bilateral labour agreements, memoranda of understanding (MoUs), and other government-to-government arrangements
• Relevant international conventions, regulatory requirements, and industry standards

By maintaining rigorous legal compliance, we promote responsible labour migration, protect the interests of migrant workers and employers, and strengthen confidence among all stakeholders.

Pillar II: Ethical Recruitment and Professional Conduct

Compliance alone is not sufficient. Aakarshan is equally committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct throughout the recruitment lifecycle. We integrate internationally recognized principles and best practices into our policies, procedures, and day-to-day operations to ensure recruitment is fair, transparent, responsible, and worker-centred.

Our ethical recruitment framework is guided by:

• International Labour Organization (ILO) principles, including the indicators of forced labour and international labour standards
• International Recruitment Integrity System (IRIS) Principles developed by the International Organization for Migration (IOM)
• Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) Code of Conduct
• On the Level (OTL) Responsible Recruitment Standards
• ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System

These internationally recognized frameworks enable us to:

• Protect the rights, dignity, and welfare of migrant workers.
• Promote fair, transparent, and responsible recruitment practices.
• Prevent forced labour, human trafficking, discrimination, corruption, and unethical recruitment practices.
• Ensure ethical documentation, informed consent, and responsible worker management.
• Strengthen accountability, operational excellence, and continual improvement throughout our organization.

Through these two pillars, Aakarshan demonstrates its unwavering commitment to ethical governance and responsible recruitment. We continuously enhance our systems, engage with stakeholders, and improve our practices to ensure our services remain legally compliant, ethically responsible, and aligned with global best practices.