CBD Expo Guide is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in all aspects of our operations. We recognize our responsibility to address modern slavery and human trafficking and are dedicated to taking proactive measures to combat these crimes within our organization and supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines our commitment to eradicating modern slavery and the steps we are taking to ensure transparency, accountability, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Our Policy:
- Definition of Modern Slavery: Modern slavery encompasses various forms of exploitation, including forced labor, human trafficking, child labor, debt bondage, and other forms of servitude. We condemn these practices and seek to eliminate them from our operations and supply chains.
- Compliance with Laws and Regulations: We comply with all relevant laws and regulations related to modern slavery, including the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 and any other applicable legislation in the jurisdictions where we operate.
- Risk Assessment: We conduct regular risk assessments to identify and evaluate the potential risks of modern slavery within our organization and supply chains. This includes assessing our suppliers, contractors, and business partners to ensure they share our commitment to ethical practices and human rights.
- Supplier Engagement and Due Diligence: We strive to work with suppliers who demonstrate a commitment to ethical conduct and respect for human rights. Our supplier selection process includes due diligence, which involves assessing suppliers’ policies, practices, and commitment to combating modern slavery. We will not knowingly engage with suppliers involved in modern slavery or human trafficking.
- Supplier Audits and Monitoring: We conduct audits and monitoring activities to ensure compliance with our standards and to identify any potential risks or issues related to modern slavery. These activities may include on-site visits, interviews, document reviews, and third-party certifications.
- Employee Awareness and Training: We provide our employees with awareness and training programs to educate them about modern slavery, its indicators, and their role in identifying and reporting any suspected cases of modern slavery.
- Reporting and Whistleblowing: We maintain effective reporting mechanisms that allow employees, suppliers, and stakeholders to raise concerns or report any suspected cases of modern slavery. We treat all reports confidentially and investigate them promptly, taking appropriate action where necessary.
- Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuously improving our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure the prevention and eradication of modern slavery. We regularly review and update our internal controls and supply chain management practices to mitigate risks and promote responsible business conduct.
Conclusion:
CBD Expo Guide recognizes the importance of combatting modern slavery and human trafficking. We are dedicated to fostering an ethical and responsible business environment, both within our organization and throughout our supply chains. Through transparency, due diligence, and continuous improvement, we strive to ensure that modern slavery has no place in our operations or business relationships.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed regularly, and its effectiveness is assessed to ensure its relevance and compliance with evolving legal and ethical requirements.
The CBD Expo Guide Team