Anti-Slavery Statement

Studio Graphene Limited – Anti-Slavery Statement.

At Studio Graphene, we are dedicated to ethical practices, ensuring our operations and supply chains are free from modern slavery and human trafficking.

Policy Statement

Studio Graphene is committed to preventing and combating slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains.

We uphold the principles of freedom, equality, and human rights and expect all employees, contractors, suppliers, and business partners to share this commitment.

Who Does This Policy Apply To?

This policy applies to all employees, suppliers, contractors, clients and anyone working and / or collaborating with Studio Graphene.

Terms

This policy does not form part of any contract of employment or other contract to provide services, and it may be amended at any time.

This policy will be reviewed regularly and may be modified to better support employees based on feedback, evolving best practices, and changes in law.

Organisation's Structure

We design, develop and support web platforms and applications for mobile devices. We have over 100 employees and operate in the United Kingdom, India, Portugal and Switzerland.

Supply Chain

Our key suppliers tend to be significantly larger entities such as:

• Amazon Web Services.
• Google Workspace: office suite of software, document storage and email.
• Jira product development tracking.
• Serviced office space: Working From (UK), AWFIS (IN).

Compliance with Laws and Regulations

We adhere to all applicable laws and regulations related to slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking in the jurisdictions where we operate. This includes compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 in the United Kingdom and other relevant legislation in different countries.

Risk Assessment and Due Diligence

We conduct regular risk assessments to identify and evaluate the potential risks of slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. This includes:

• Supplier Evaluation: Implementing due diligence procedures to assess and select suppliers based on their commitment to human rights, ethical practices, and compliance with anti-slavery regulations.
• Contractual Obligations: Incorporating anti-slavery clauses in contracts and agreements whenever applicable with suppliers, contractors, and business partners, explicitly prohibiting slavery and human trafficking.
• Monitoring and Auditing: Conducting periodic monitoring and audits to ensure compliance with our anti-slavery policies and identify any potential violations or risks.

Recruitment and Employment Practices

We maintain fair and transparent recruitment and employment practices, ensuring that all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. This includes:

• Non-discriminatory Practices: Prohibiting any form of discrimination, including age, gender, race, religion, or nationality, during the recruitment and employment process.
• Employee Rights: Safeguarding the rights of employees, including fair wages, safe working conditions, reasonable working hours, and freedom of association.
• Supply Chain Transparency: Encouraging transparency throughout the supply chain and promoting responsible sourcing practices to ensure that no forced labour or exploitative practices are involved.

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to continuous improvement in our efforts to combat slavery and human trafficking. We regularly review and update our policies, procedures, and practices to ensure their effectiveness in addressing the evolving challenges of modern slavery.

Compliance & Consequences

Failure to comply with this anti-slavery policy may result in appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including termination of contracts or business relationships.