Anti Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

An anti-slavery and human trafficking statement, often called a Modern Slavery Statement, is a formal document that organizations or businesses create to outline their commitment and actions to combat slavery and human trafficking in their operations and supply chains. Such a statement demonstrates a company's dedication to eradicating modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking from its business and supply chain activities. 

A typical anti-slavery and human trafficking statement may include the following elements: 

1. **Introduction and Commitment:**- A clear statement of the organization's commitment to combating slavery and human trafficking in all its forms.

2. **Organizational Structure:** - Description of the company's organizational structure, including its subsidiaries, business activities, and supply chains.

3. **Policies and Procedures:** - Explanation of the policies and procedures to prevent slavery and human trafficking within the organization and supply chains.

4. **Risk Assessment:**  - Details on assessing potential risks for slavery and human trafficking within the organization's operations and supply chains.

5. **Due Diligence Processes:**  - Description of the due diligence processes used to identify, prevent, and mitigate risks related to slavery and human trafficking.

6. **Training and Awareness:**  - Information on the training provided to employees and suppliers to raise awareness and understanding of modern slavery and human trafficking issues.

7. **Monitoring and Reporting:**  - Explanation of the monitoring mechanisms to track the effectiveness of the organization's anti-slavery efforts and reporting processes for potential violations.

8. **Collaboration and Partnerships:**  - Details on collaborations with external organizations, partnerships, or industry initiatives to combat modern slavery and human trafficking.

9. **Goals and Objectives:** - Setting specific goals and objectives for eradicating slavery and human trafficking within the organization's operations and supply chains.

10. **Performance Indicators:** - Key performance indicators (KPIs) or metrics used to measure the effectiveness of the organization's efforts in combating modern slavery and human trafficking.

11. **Statement Approval and Signatory:** - Information on the approval of the statement by senior management and the designated signatory.

12. **Contact Information:** - Contact details for reporting concerns or seeking additional information about slavery and human trafficking.

The statement should be periodically reviewed and updated to reflect the organization's ongoing commitment to combat modern slavery and human trafficking effectively.