Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy – TechForGood UK
Introduction
At TechForGood Ltd we are committed to conducting business as a force for good. Preventing modern slavery and human trafficking is an essential part of our responsibility to people and communities. We recognise that modern slavery is a global issue affecting millions of people, and that businesses have a duty to identify, prevent and mitigate these risks in their operations and supply chains.
This policy forms part of our wider commitment as a certified B Corporation and Social Enterprise to uphold the highest standards of ethics, transparency and accountability.
Scope
This policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers and partners involved in delivering our products and services. We expect everyone we work with to share our commitment to human rights and fair labour practices.
Our Commitments
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Zero tolerance: We will not tolerate any form of modern slavery, forced labour or human trafficking in our operations or supply chain.
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Due diligence: We will assess suppliers for human rights risks, with particular focus on higher-risk geographies and sectors, and require them to meet our Supplier Code of Conduct.
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Collaboration: We will work with suppliers to build capacity and resolve issues where possible. If suppliers fail to comply or improve, we will end the relationship.
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Training & awareness: We will provide training to staff and, where appropriate, to suppliers on identifying and reporting modern slavery risks.
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Worker voice: We will maintain safe channels for raising concerns internally and through our supply chain, ensuring reports are taken seriously and acted upon.
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Monitoring & reporting: We will review our operations and supply chain annually, track progress, and disclose transparently through our B Corp reporting, annual impact report, and where applicable, UK Modern Slavery Act statements.
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Continuous improvement: We will regularly review this policy and strengthen our approach in line with emerging best practice.
Implementation and Accountability
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Responsibility for overseeing this policy rests with the Managing Director and the Board of Directors.
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Compliance is monitored by our leadership team and forms part of our wider environmental, social and governance (ESG) commitments.
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All employees are responsible for reading, understanding and applying this policy in their day-to-day work.
Conclusion
We understand that preventing modern slavery requires ongoing vigilance and collaboration. We are committed to working with our suppliers, partners and peers to eradicate modern slavery, and to ensuring that our technology supply chains create positive impact for people and the planet.