Human Trafficking and Slavery Policy

1. Introduction

Advantage vehemently opposes and does not condone any forms of human trafficking, slavery, and forced labor. We commit ourselves to understanding the potential risks in our operations and supply chains and to addressing them responsibly.

2. Policy Scope

This policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and other parties who engage in business relationships with Advantage, regardless of their geographical location.

3. Principles

3.1. Zero Tolerance:

‍Advantage adopts a zero-tolerance approach to any form of modern slavery, human trafficking, child labor, or unlawful labor practices within our operations and supply chains.

3.2. Compliance with Laws:

‍We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business relationships, implementing and enforcing systems to ensure compliance with all applicable human trafficking and slavery laws.

4. Due Diligence and Risk Assessment

We undertake due diligence when considering new suppliers and regularly review our existing suppliers. Our due diligence process includes evaluating the modern slavery and human trafficking risks of each new supplier and invoking sanctions against suppliers that fail to improve their performance in line with our policy.

5. Training and Capacity Building

To ensure an understanding of the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains, Advantage provides training to its employees and management.

6. Reporting Mechanism

Employees and business partners are encouraged to report any concerns or suspicions regarding any breach or potential breach of this policy. Reports can be made without fear of retaliation.

7. Continuous Improvement

We are committed to continuously improving our practices to combat human trafficking and slavery. Regular reviews and updates of this policy and its related practices will be undertaken.

8. Accountability

Violations of this policy will result in disciplinary action, which could include termination of employment or business relationships.

9. Publication

This policy is publicly available on our website and is communicated to all suppliers, contractors, and business partners at the onset of our business relationship and reinforced as appropriate.

10. Review

This policy will be reviewed at a minimum annually to ensure it remains effective and relevant.

11. Contact Us

For questions or more information regarding this Human Trafficking and Slavery Policy, please contact us at your@advantage-ms.com.