North Woods Hemp Farm is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in all aspects of our operations, including the eradication of modern slavery and human trafficking. We firmly believe in respecting human rights, promoting fair and safe working conditions, and fostering a responsible and transparent supply chain within the hemp industry.
Our Policy:
North Woods Hemp Farm strictly prohibits any form of modern slavery, forced labor, human trafficking, or child labor within our organization and supply chain. We have implemented comprehensive policies, procedures, and due diligence measures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Responsibility:
The responsibility to combat modern slavery and human trafficking extends across our entire organization. Our management team takes ultimate responsibility for implementing and monitoring our anti-slavery policy, while all employees and stakeholders are expected to adhere to our policy and report any concerns or suspicions promptly.
Supply Chain:
We recognize the complexity of global supply chains and the potential risks they may pose in relation to modern slavery. We are committed to working closely with our suppliers, contractors, and business partners to ensure they share our commitment to ethical practices and operate in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Due Diligence:
To mitigate the risk of modern slavery, we conduct due diligence across our supply chain. This includes:
- Supplier Evaluation: We assess potential suppliers based on their ethical practices, labor standards, and compliance with anti-slavery legislation.
- Supplier Code of Conduct: We have a robust Supplier Code of Conduct that sets out our expectations regarding labor practices, human rights, and responsible sourcing. We require all suppliers to adhere to this code and actively promote it.
- Auditing and Monitoring: We regularly conduct audits and inspections of our suppliers to ensure compliance with our standards. This includes verifying working conditions, wages, hours of work, and the absence of any forced or child labor.
- Training and Awareness: We provide training and awareness programs to our employees and suppliers to ensure they understand the signs of modern slavery, their responsibilities, and how to report any concerns.
Reporting and Whistleblowing:
We encourage our employees, suppliers, and stakeholders to speak up if they have any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking. We have implemented a confidential reporting mechanism and a whistleblower protection policy to ensure that individuals can report any suspicions without fear of retaliation.
Continuous Improvement:
North Woods Hemp Farm is committed to continuously improving our anti-slavery efforts. We regularly review our policies, procedures, and due diligence measures to identify areas for improvement and implement appropriate actions.
Conclusion:
We are dedicated to eliminating modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms and are committed to raising awareness, promoting responsible practices, and supporting the well-being of individuals within our organization and supply chain.
This Modern Slavery Statement represents our commitment to transparency and accountability. We will update and publish this statement annually to reflect our ongoing efforts in combatting modern slavery.
For any questions or concerns regarding this statement or our anti-slavery practices, please contact us at [email protected].
Date: 25-7-2023
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