Statement on Modern Slavery
This statement, on behalf of Strand Consulting Holdings Limited and Strand Consulting Ltd., is made pursuant to section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 for the Financial Year ending 31 December 2022 and has been adopted by the Boards of both companies by way of Written Resolution on 22 September 2023. As UK registered companies and part of the wider Strand Consulting group, we are a business consulting and software delivery company committed to creating positive social change and revolutionizing the IT industry【oaicite:7】.
Strand Consulting's purpose is to create a significant impact on the world through our culture and technology excellence. Our aim is to amplify positive social change and advocate for an equitable tech future, abhorring discrimination and promoting diversity in all forms. We strive to make both our company and our industry more reflective and inclusive of the society we serve, upholding the highest ethical and legal standards【oaicite:6】.
We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of integrity, with workplace policies ensuring respect for all employees regardless of their background. We are committed to eradicating modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking, and to acting ethically in our business operations and supply chain. Our working conditions and employment practices comply with applicable laws, and we foster a safe and healthy working environment supported by various policies including our Code of Conduct and Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy【oaicite:5】.
We assess the likelihood of modern slavery and human trafficking within our organization or supply chain as very low, based on factors such as the nature of our work, employee working conditions, office locations, and our recruitment process. We ensure that staff travel to our global offices adheres to local immigration rules and employment laws【oaicite:4】.
Our Modern Slavery program includes intensive training for key managers and support personnel. We also have a mandatory training module on modern slavery for all employees, covering its scale, impacts, and considerations for our supply chain【oaicite:3】.
Strand Consulting encourages open communication for employees, customers, and business partners to report concerns related to our activities or supply chains. This includes circumstances that may pose a risk of modern slavery or human trafficking. We have implemented an Integrity Helpline and a Global Speak Up Policy for anonymous reporting【oaicite:2】.
To prevent modern slavery in our supply chain, we regularly review our suppliers. We hold Modern Slavery Statements from key suppliers and require new suppliers to comply with ethical practices, including commitments to eliminate modern slavery and human trafficking from their activities【oaicite:1】.
The effectiveness of our program is measured through performance indicators, such as employee participation in modern slavery training and supplier compliance with modern slavery statements. We continuously review and improve our practices and policies to identify and eliminate risks of modern slavery and human trafficking【oaicite:0】.
Signed on behalf of Strand Consulting Holdings Limited and Strand Consulting Ltd.
Name: [Authorized Signatory] Title: [Title] Date: 22 September 2023