Anti Slavery Policy

1. Introduction

This policy sets out the steps taken by The Academy World to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in its business and supply chains, as per the requirements of the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all persons working for us or on our behalf in any capacity, including employees, directors, officers, agency workers, seconded workers, volunteers, interns, agents, contractors, external consultants, third-party representatives and business partners.

3. Definitions

For the purposes of this policy, 'slavery', 'human trafficking', 'forced labour', and 'child labour' are defined as per the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and other relevant laws.

4. Policy Statement

The Academy World has a zero-tolerance approach to slavery and human trafficking. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking are not taking place anywhere in our business or any of our supply chains.

5. Responsibilities

All individuals to whom this policy applies are required to read, understand and comply with this policy and to avoid any activity that might lead to a breach. Any suspected breach of this policy should be reported as per the guidelines set out in the Reporting section of this policy.

6. Training and Awareness

The Academy World will provide training to staff to help them understand the signs of modern slavery and what to do if they suspect that it is taking place within our business or supply chain.

7. Reporting

Any suspicions of slavery or human trafficking should be reported immediately to The Academy World. Reports can be made confidentially, and reporters will be protected from retaliation.

8. Actions and Remedies

Any employee who breaches this policy will face disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. We may terminate our relationship with other individuals and organisations working on our behalf if they breach this policy.

9. Monitoring and Review

This policy will be regularly reviewed and updated as necessary. The board of directors is responsible for this policy and reviewing the effectiveness of actions taken in response to concerns raised under this policy.

10. Approval and Implementation

This policy has been approved by the board of directors on 10/09/24. It will be widely communicated to all employees and relevant parties and implemented across the organisation immediately.

11. References

This policy is based on the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and other relevant UK and international laws.

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