TN Valley Vapor Online Magazine is committed to combating modern slavery and human trafficking in all its forms. We recognize the importance of ethical practices within our operations and supply chains, and we strive to ensure that our activities are conducted in accordance with the highest standards of integrity and respect for human rights.
Our Approach:
- Policies and Procedures: We have implemented robust policies and procedures to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our organization. These policies are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect best practices and legal requirements.
- Supply Chain Due Diligence: We are committed to conducting thorough due diligence on our supply chains to identify and mitigate any risks of modern slavery or human trafficking. This includes engaging with our suppliers to assess their own policies and practices and ensuring they adhere to applicable laws and regulations.
- Supplier Code of Conduct: We have established a Supplier Code of Conduct that sets out our expectations regarding labor standards, human rights, and ethical practices. We require our suppliers to comply with this code and maintain ongoing dialogue to ensure adherence.
- Training and Awareness: We provide training and awareness programs to our employees to ensure they understand the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking and can recognize and report any potential violations. We encourage a culture of transparency and accountability throughout our organization.
- Reporting Mechanisms: We have implemented reporting mechanisms to enable employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking. These mechanisms allow for anonymous reporting, ensuring the protection of whistleblowers.
- Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuously improving our efforts to combat modern slavery and human trafficking. We actively monitor and evaluate our policies and procedures, seeking feedback from stakeholders, and implementing necessary changes to address emerging risks and challenges.
Our Expectations of Suppliers:
We expect our suppliers to share our commitment to eradicating modern slavery and human trafficking. We require them to adhere to the following principles:
- Compliance with Laws: Suppliers must comply with all applicable laws and regulations related to labor rights, working conditions, and human rights, including those specifically addressing modern slavery and human trafficking.
- Ethical Business Practices: Suppliers must operate ethically and with integrity, ensuring fair and safe working conditions, appropriate wages, and the protection of human rights for their employees.
- Supply Chain Transparency: Suppliers must provide transparency into their supply chains, including the origin of their materials, to enable effective due diligence and identify any potential risks.
- Collaboration: We encourage collaboration with our suppliers to address any issues related to modern slavery and human trafficking promptly. This includes working together to improve supply chain practices and supporting remediation efforts where necessary.
Review and Reporting:
We are committed to monitoring and reviewing our efforts to combat modern slavery and human trafficking regularly. Our management team oversees this process and reports on our progress to ensure accountability and transparency.
Conclusion:
TN Valley Vapor Online Magazine remains steadfast in its commitment to preventing and addressing modern slavery and human trafficking. We will continue to collaborate with stakeholders, adopt best practices, and make necessary improvements to ensure our operations and supply chains remain free from these abhorrent practices.
This Modern Slavery Statement is made pursuant to section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and constitutes our slavery and human trafficking statement for the current financial year.
Date of Statement: 20 June 2023
For any questions or further information regarding this statement, please contact us at [email protected].
Signed,
TN Valley Vapor Online Magazine