Modern Slavery Policy
Last Updated: 14/02/2025
1. Introduction
Harry & Co Jewellery is committed to upholding human rights and ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking do not take place within our business operations or supply chain. We recognise our responsibility under the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth) and are dedicated to ethical sourcing and fair labour practices.
2. Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to:
- Prevent modern slavery in all aspects of our operations and supply chain
- Establish procedures for identifying and addressing risks of forced labour, child labour, and human trafficking
- Ensure compliance with Austalian legislation and international human rights standards
3. Scope
This policy applies to:
- All employees, contractors, and suppliers of Harry & Co Jewellery
- Business partners and entities within our supply chain
- Any third parties engaging in business with Harry & Co Jewellery
4. Commitment to Ethical Sourcing
We are committed to sourcing materials and products responsibly by:
- Conducting due diligence on suppliers and manufacturers
- Requiring suppliers to adhere to ethical labour practices
- Ensuring transparency in our supply chain and procurement processes
- Regularly reviewing and auditing supplier compliance with modern slavery regulations
4.1 Clarifying Supplier Expectations
To ensure ethical sourcing and prevent modern slavery, we require all suppliers to:
- Comply with all applicable modern slavery laws and ethical labour standards
- Sign and adhere to our Supplier Code of Conduct, which prohibits forced labour, child labour, and exploitative practices
- Provide full visibility into their own supply chains, including sub-suppliers
- Cooperate with our audits and due diligence processes
- Implement grievance mechanisms to allow workers to report concerns safely
Failure to comply with these expectations may result in the termination of business relationships or other corrective actions.
We are committed to sourcing materials and products responsibly by:
- Conducting due diligence on suppliers and manufacturers
- Requiring suppliers to adhere to ethical labour practices
- Ensuring transparency in our supply chain and procurement processes
- Regularly reviewing and auditing supplier compliance with modern slavery regulations
5. Identifying and Addressing Risks
To mitigate the risk of modern slavery, Harry & Co Jewellery will:
- Assess risks in our supply chain, particularly in high-risk regions and industries
- Work closely with suppliers to ensure ethical sourcing of jewellery materials
- Provide training to employees and key stakeholders to recognise and prevent modern slavery
- Encourage reporting of concerns related to forced labour or exploitative practices
6. Reporting and Whistleblowing
We encourage employees, suppliers, and stakeholders to report any suspected modern slavery concerns. Reports can be made confidentially via:
- Email: care@harryandcojewellery.com.au
- Phone: 0408 884 618
All reports will be investigated, and appropriate actions will be taken to address any violations.
7. Compliance and Continuous Improvement
Harry & Co Jewellery will:
- Regularly review and update this policy to align with legal and ethical standards
- Monitor compliance through audits and risk assessments
- Take corrective actions against suppliers or contractors found in violation of modern slavery laws
8. Contact Information
For further inquiries regarding our Modern Slavery Policy, please contact:
Harry & Co Jewellery
Email: care@harryandcojewellery.com.au
Phone: 0408 884 618
This policy reflects our commitment to ethical practices and compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth). We aim to promote transparency, fairness, and responsibility throughout our business and supply chain.
