Modern Slavery Policy

DARA Planning is committed to upholding human rights and combating modern slavery in all aspects of our business operations. This policy outlines our stance on modern slavery and sets out the steps we are taking to prevent its occurrence within our supply chains.

This policy applies to all employees, contractors, and suppliers working on behalf of DARA Planning. 

Definition of Modern Slavery

Modern slavery encompasses a range of exploitative practices, including:

Forced labor
Slavery and servitude
Human trafficking
Child labor
Commitment to Prevention

DARA Planning is committed to:

• Due diligence: Conduct regular due diligence assessments of our supply chains to identify and address potential risks of modern slavery.
  Supplier standards: Implementing robust supplier standards that prohibit modern slavery and require our suppliers to adhere to these standards.
• Training and awareness: Providing training to our employees and contractors to raise awareness of modern slavery and its risks.
• Monitoring and reporting: Monitoring our supply chains for signs of modern slavery and reporting any concerns to relevant authorities.
• Collaboration: Working with industry partners and NGOs to combat modern slavery.

Supplier Code of Conduct

DARA Planning requires all suppliers to adhere to a Supplier Code of Conduct that prohibits modern slavery and human trafficking. The Code of Conduct will include specific requirements related to:

• Labour practices: Fair wages, working hours, and working conditions.
• Child labour: Prohibition of child labour.
• Forced labour: Prohibition of forced labour and servitude.
• Human trafficking: Prohibition of human trafficking.
• Due diligence: Requirement for suppliers to conduct their own due diligence assessments.

Reporting and Remediation

If any concerns about modern slavery are identified within our supply chains, we will take immediate action to investigate and address the issue. This may include:

• Engaging with suppliers: Communicating our concerns and working with suppliers to implement corrective measures.
• Reporting to authorities: Reporting any instances of modern slavery to relevant law enforcement agencies.
• Terminating relationships: Discontinuing business with suppliers who fail to address modern slavery concerns.

This policy will be reviewed annually to ensure its effectiveness and alignment with evolving legal and regulatory requirements.

For any questions or concerns regarding this policy, please contact us. 

By implementing this policy, DARA Planning is demonstrating its commitment to ethical business practices and the prevention of modern slavery.