AI Governance is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards and preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chain. This policy outlines our compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and details our ongoing efforts to combat these heinous crimes.
Our Commitment:
- We condemn all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking and are dedicated to eliminating them from our operations and supply chains.
- We strive to create a work environment free from exploitation and abuse, upholding the dignity and rights of all individuals.
- We are committed to conducting our business with integrity and transparency, adhering to all relevant laws and regulations.
Policy Implementation:
1. Risk Assessment:
- We conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential modern slavery and human trafficking risks within our own operations and supply chain.
- We consider factors such as geographical location, labour practices and supply chain complexity to determine areas requiring further scrutiny.
2. Due Diligence:
- We implement due diligence procedures on potential suppliers and business partners.
- This may include assessing their anti-slavery policies, labour practices and commitment to ethical sourcing.
- We reserve the right to terminate relationships with suppliers or partners found to be non-compliant with our standards.
3. Training and Awareness:
- We provide training to all employees on modern slavery and human trafficking, including identifying potential red flags and reporting procedures.
- We encourage open communication and empower employees to speak up if they suspect any wrongdoing.
4. Transparency and Reporting:
- We produce an annual statement outlining the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chain.
- This statement includes information on our risk assessment, due diligence procedures, training programs, and any identified risks or incidents.
- We are committed to improving our transparency and reporting practices over time.
5. Collaboration:
- We actively engage with relevant organisations, including government agencies and NGOs, to stay informed about best practices and collaborate on anti-slavery initiatives.
- We are committed to sharing our knowledge and experience to contribute to a collective effort to eradicate modern slavery and human trafficking.
Reporting Concerns:
- We encourage anyone with concerns about potential modern slavery or human trafficking in our business or supply chain to report them.
- All reports will be investigated thoroughly and addressed appropriately.
Continuous Improvement:
- We are committed to continuously reviewing and improving our anti-slavery and human trafficking policies and practices.
- We welcome feedback and suggestions from all stakeholders to ensure we are meeting our ethical obligations and contributing to a more just and sustainable world.
Contact:
For any questions or concerns regarding this policy, please contact us at [email protected]