Modern Slavery Statement for VIDBRAIN

Modern Slavery Statement for VIDBRAIN
Year 2024

Introduction from the Founder:

As the Founder of Vidbrain, I am committed to ensuring that our operations and supply chains are free from slavery and human trafficking. We understand the importance of ethical business practices and the role we play in combating modern slavery. This statement outlines the actions and policies we have implemented to identify and prevent modern slavery in every aspect of our business.

Our Business and Organisational Structure:

Vidbrain, headquartered at 12 Constance St, London, E16 2DQ, UK, is a leader in Immersive video solutions for the video and marketing sector offering immersive video, immersive paper and data storytelling. We operate primarily in the United Kingdom, serving a diverse clientele, including business owners, brands, and marketing professionals. Our commitment to innovation is matched by our dedication to ethical business conduct.

Our Policies on Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking:

Our commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking is unwavering. To this end, we have implemented the following policies:

Ethical Code of Conduct: This outlines the standards we expect from our employees, suppliers, and partners, including compliance with all laws related to the prohibition of forced labour and human trafficking.

 

Supplier Code of Conduct: We demand that our suppliers commit to ethical business practices that are in line with our own values. This includes strict adherence to laws preventing slavery and human trafficking.

 

Employee Training: We provide training to ensure our staff can identify and report any signs of slavery and human trafficking, both within our operations and in our wider supply chain.

 

Due Diligence Processes:

To identify and mitigate risk, we have established due diligence processes, including:

Supplier Assessments: Regular audits and assessments of suppliers to ensure compliance with our

 

Supplier Code of Conduct.

Risk Management: Identifying, assessing, and managing risks related to modern slavery in specific areas of our business and supply chains.

Reporting Mechanisms: A confidential channel for employees, suppliers, and customers to report concerns about unethical conduct without fear of retaliation.

 

Our Effectiveness in Combating Modern Slavery:

We measure our effectiveness in combating modern slavery through:

Audit Outcomes:
Evaluating the findings from supplier audits.

 

Training Completion Rates:
Monitoring the participation and completion of our training programs by employees.

 

Incident Reports:
Tracking the number and nature of reports made through our reporting mechanism.

 

Future Commitments:

Vidbrain is dedicated to continually improving our practices to combat slavery and human trafficking.

 

  1. Over the next financial year, we aim to:
  2. Enhance our due diligence processes.
  3. Increase awareness and training initiatives for employees.
  4. Strengthen partnerships with suppliers who share our commitment to ethical practices.

Approval:

This statement has been approved by the Board of Directors and is made pursuant to section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. It will be reviewed and updated annually to reflect our ongoing commitment to ethical business practices.

Signed:

 

Bosworth Acres-Debenham
Founder
February 12, 2024