At Hadar Couture, we are committed to ensuring that our operations and supply chain remain free from modern slavery and human trafficking. As a luxury made-to-order women's fashion brand, we recognise the importance of maintaining the highest standards of ethics in our business practices, ensuring that our supply chains are transparent, responsible, and free from exploitation.
This statement outlines the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chain.
Company Structure, Business, and Supply Chains
Hadar Couture is a luxury fashion brand offering made-to-order business casual designs. We work with a select number of trusted suppliers and manufacturers to produce high-quality garments. Our supply chains extend internationally, and we take the necessary steps to ensure that all parties involved adhere to ethical standards.
Policies on Modern Slavery
We have implemented policies that actively discourage and prevent any form of modern slavery within our organisation. Our Code of Conduct outlines our expectations for ethical business practices, including human rights, fair labour standards, and compliance with the Modern Slavery Act. We also ensure that all employees and contractors are treated with dignity and respect.
Due Diligence Processes
Hadar Couture performs regular due diligence checks on our suppliers and partners. This includes evaluating suppliers based on their compliance with ethical standards, specifically regarding labour conditions. We require our suppliers to confirm that they adhere to the Modern Slavery Act and are committed to eliminating modern slavery practices from their operations.
Risk Assessment and Management
We conduct regular risk assessments of our supply chain to identify areas where modern slavery could be a risk. This involves evaluating both direct and indirect suppliers and identifying any potential areas where exploitation could occur. We take appropriate measures to mitigate these risks, including training, monitoring, and regular audits of our suppliers.
Supplier Engagement and Training
We engage with our suppliers to ensure they understand and meet our ethical standards. We require our suppliers to participate in training programmes focused on the identification and prevention of modern slavery. Additionally, we work closely with suppliers to ensure they have robust systems in place to combat exploitation in their own supply chains.
Effectiveness of the Measures
We continually assess the effectiveness of the measures we have implemented to combat modern slavery. This includes reviewing supplier compliance, evaluating training programmes, and conducting audits of key supply chain partners. We strive to improve our practices and ensure that they remain effective in preventing modern slavery.
Grievance Mechanism
We have established a clear grievance mechanism to allow employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report concerns related to modern slavery or unethical practices. All concerns are taken seriously, and appropriate action is taken to investigate and resolve issues promptly.
Conclusion
Hadar Couture is fully committed to eradicating modern slavery from our operations and supply chain. We will continue to take proactive measures to ensure that modern slavery does not exist in any form within our business. This statement is made in accordance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015, and we will review it annually to ensure it remains up to date.
Signed,
Sara Kafunda
Founder & CEO
Hadar Couture
Date: 3rd January 2025