modern slavery policy.
Women of ITSM is committed to promoting ethical practices and combating modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms. We acknowledge our responsibility to ensure that our operations, partnerships, and supply chains are free from any form of modern slavery. This policy outlines our commitment to preventing modern slavery within our organisation and in our interactions with partners and suppliers.
Scope:
- This policy applies to all Women of ITSM members, employees, volunteers, contractors, suppliers, and any other stakeholders involved in our operations.
Definitions:
- Modern Slavery: Encompasses slavery, servitude, human trafficking, forced labor, and all forms of exploitation as defined by the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
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- Human Trafficking: The act of recruiting, transporting, transferring, harboring, or receiving persons through coercion, abduction, fraud, or deception for the purpose of exploitation.
Commitments:
1. Compliance:
- Adhere to all relevant legislation, including the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
- Ensure all employees, volunteers, and partners understand and comply with this policy.
2. Due Diligence:
- Implement robust due diligence procedures to identify and mitigate risks of modern slavery within our operations and supply chains.
- Assess and monitor potential risk areas in our supply chains.
3. Training and Awareness:
- Provide training to employees and volunteers to recognise and respond to signs of modern slavery.
- Raise awareness about modern slavery issues among all stakeholders.
4. Reporting and Whistleblowing:
- Encourage employees, volunteers, and partners to report any concerns related to modern slavery.
- Provide a confidential and secure mechanism for reporting such concerns without fear of retaliation.
5. Supplier Engagement:
- Require suppliers to adhere to our anti-slavery and human trafficking standards.
- Conduct regular assessments of suppliers to ensure compliance with this policy.
- Take appropriate action against suppliers who fail to meet our standards, including termination of contracts if necessary.
6. Continuous Improvement:
- Regularly review and update our policies and procedures to address emerging risks and ensure ongoing compliance.
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- Engage with stakeholders, including industry groups and NGOs, to stay informed about best practices in combating modern slavery.
Responsibilities:
- Board of Directors: Oversee the implementation of this policy and ensure resources are allocated to support anti-slavery initiatives.
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- Management Team: Implement and monitor the policy, ensuring that due diligence and risk assessments are conducted.
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- Employees and Volunteers: Comply with the policy, attend training sessions, and report any concerns related to modern slavery.
Monitoring and Review:
- Women of ITSM will regularly review this policy to ensure its effectiveness and relevance. We will monitor our progress and make necessary adjustments to our practices to enhance our efforts in combating modern slavery.
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By implementing and adhering to this modern slavery policy, Women of ITSM demonstrates its commitment to ethical practices and the eradication of modern slavery in all its forms.