Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
Protos Consulting recognizes the seriousness of modern slavery and human trafficking and is committed to preventing these illegal activities within our operations and supply chain. This statement outlines the steps we take to uphold ethical labor practices and combat these issues.
Our Policy:
Protos Consulting has a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We are committed to:
- Complying with all relevant laws and regulations related to modern slavery and human trafficking in the countries we operate in.
- Conducting due diligence on our suppliers to assess their commitment to ethical labor practices.
- Implementing a risk assessment process to identify areas where our business activities might be vulnerable to modern slavery and human trafficking.
- Providing training to our employees on modern slavery and human trafficking awareness and how to identify and report potential instances.
- Maintaining a grievance mechanism for employees and external stakeholders to report concerns confidentially.
Our Actions:
- Supplier Code of Conduct: We have established a Supplier Code of Conduct that outlines our expectations regarding ethical labor practices. This code prohibits suppliers from engaging in any form of modern slavery or human trafficking and requires them to uphold fair labor standards.
- Supply Chain Mapping: We are actively mapping our supply chain to identify potential risks and ensure transparency in our sourcing practices.
- Risk Management: We have implemented a risk management process to identify and address areas where our business activities might be vulnerable to modern slavery and human trafficking. This includes considering factors like geographical location, industry sector, and labor practices within the supply chain.
- Employee Training: We provide regular training to our employees on modern slavery and human trafficking awareness. This training covers identifying potential red flags, reporting procedures, and our company’s commitment to ethical labor practices.
Reporting Concerns:
We encourage employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking through our confidential grievance mechanism. Reports will be investigated thoroughly, and appropriate action will be taken.
Next Steps:
Protos Consulting is committed to continuous improvement in our efforts to combat modern slavery and human trafficking. We will regularly review and update our policies, procedures, and training materials to ensure their effectiveness.
Contact:
For further information or to report any concerns, please contact:
- Piya Jootar
- [email protected]
