Human Rights Policy

This policy sets out MOTH’s policy on human rights.

We have adopted this global policy as part our larger commitment to encourage ethical, social and environmental responsibility, which includes the following policies: Equal Opportunities Policy,

Modern Slavery Policy, Whistleblowing Procedure. This policy applies to all those who work for us and those who work on our behalf, including employees, agency workers, volunteers, interns, casual and freelance staff. Collectively in this policy, we refer to this group as ‘staff’. 

It is inspired by key international frameworks, including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Labour Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work, the United Nations Global Compact, and the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.

1. We have a responsibility to be “a” good company – for our investors, our customers and ultimately for each other. Inherent within that responsibility is our commitment to quality and to upholding high ethical standards by complying with human rights laws in all operations globally.

1. We work together, according to the same standards and core beliefs, to foster an environment where integrity and responsible business conduct are the cornerstones of who we are and how we do business.

2. In all aspects of employment or engagement of staff, such as recruitment, compensation and benefits, training, promotion, transfers, and termination, we treat individuals justly and, in accordance with our Equal Opportunities Policy. We do not discriminate against our staff for any reason, including on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, nor do we tolerate such discrimination by others. We are committed to maintaining a work environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment.

1. We are committed to providing our staff with a safe working environment and endeavour to comply with all applicable health and safety laws in local jurisdictions. All employees are provided with appropriate training to do their job safely.

1. We treat all staff fairly and honestly regardless of where they work. All staff have a written contracts of employment or engagement, with agreed terms and conditions, including notice periods on both sides.

1. We respect the rights of staff to choose to be a member of a trade union and to bargain collectively as permitted by local laws and recognise that such rights must not be interfered with or restricted.

2. No member of staff will be punished or subject to any detriment for holding or expressing political views or religious beliefs.

1. We apply a minimum hiring age of 16 years old and endeavour to comply with all applicable local laws relating to the employment or engagement of children and young people.

1. In accordance with our Modern Slavery Policy, we take a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking, and we work with our business partners and suppliers to ensure that our operations are free from these practices.

1. We are committed to an environment where open, honest communications are the expectation, not the exception. We want staff to feel comfortable approaching their manager in instances where they believe violations of policies or standards have occurred**.**

2. In accordance with our Whistleblowing Procedure, employees and staff (where local guidelines permit) are encouraged to submit reports relating to any potential whistleblowing matters.

1. We are committed to being the most sustainable business we can be, to minimising the impacts of our working practices on the environment, our communities and to promoting environmental awareness among our people at all levels.

1. We will review this policy to ensure that it is operating effectively. Where concerns have been raised through this policy, we will consider how they have been handled and if appropriate follow up action has been taken.

1. This policy is not part of any contract of employment or engagement and does not create contractual rights or obligations. It may be amended by us at any time.