At The Vapor Junkie, we are committed to upholding ethical business practices and maintaining transparency in all aspects of our operations. As part of this commitment, we take a strong stance against modern slavery and human trafficking. We firmly believe in promoting and protecting human rights within our organization and throughout our supply chain.
Our Approach:
- Policies and Controls: We have implemented robust policies and procedures to prevent and combat modern slavery and human trafficking. These policies outline our zero-tolerance stance, define our expectations of our employees, suppliers, and business partners, and provide clear guidelines for identifying and addressing any instances of modern slavery.
- Supplier Due Diligence: We conduct thorough due diligence on our suppliers to ensure they share our commitment to ethical practices. This includes assessing their policies and procedures related to modern slavery, conducting audits, and engaging in open dialogue to promote continuous improvement.
- Employee Awareness and Training: We believe that raising awareness among our employees is crucial in the fight against modern slavery. We provide training programs to educate our staff about the risks of modern slavery, how to identify signs of exploitation, and the appropriate actions to take if they suspect any wrongdoing.
- Reporting Mechanisms: We have established reporting mechanisms to encourage our employees, suppliers, and stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions regarding modern slavery. We take all reports seriously and investigate them promptly and thoroughly.
- Collaboration and Engagement: We actively collaborate with industry partners, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations to share best practices, drive industry-wide change, and promote responsible sourcing throughout the vaping supply chain.
Our Supply Chain:
We recognize that the risk of modern slavery can exist at various stages of the supply chain. While we cannot control every aspect of our supply chain, we work diligently to identify and mitigate potential risks. We engage with our suppliers, encouraging transparency and promoting responsible practices. We prioritize suppliers who share our commitment to ethical conduct and expect them to uphold the same high standards we set for ourselves.
Continuous Improvement:
We are committed to continually reviewing and improving our efforts to combat modern slavery. We regularly assess our policies, procedures, and practices to ensure their effectiveness. We also stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards to ensure compliance and align our actions with best practices.
This Modern Slavery Statement serves as a public declaration of our commitment to eradicating modern slavery and human trafficking from our organization and supply chain. It represents our ongoing dedication to conducting business responsibly and with respect for human rights.
For further information or to report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking, please contact us at [email protected] We encourage anyone with information to come forward so that we can take immediate and appropriate action.
Date: 20 June 2023