Modern Slavery Statement 2022

At Twizted Vapes Online Magazine, we are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in all aspects of our operations. This includes our commitment to combatting modern slavery and human trafficking in all its forms. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines our efforts and initiatives to ensure that slavery and human trafficking have no place within our organization or supply chains.

Our Commitment:

Twizted Vapes is dedicated to promoting and respecting human rights, both within our organization and throughout our supply chains. We strongly condemn any form of modern slavery, including forced labor, child labor, human trafficking, and other exploitative practices. We believe in treating all individuals with dignity, fairness, and respect.

Our Policies and Procedures:

To demonstrate our commitment to combat modern slavery, we have implemented the following policies and procedures:

  1. Code of Conduct: We have a comprehensive Code of Conduct that outlines our expectations for all employees, contractors, and suppliers. This includes a commitment to respect human rights, uphold fair labor practices, and comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
  2. Supplier Due Diligence: We conduct thorough due diligence on our suppliers to ensure that they share our commitment to ethical practices. We assess their compliance with relevant labor laws, their policies on human rights and modern slavery, and their efforts to eliminate any associated risks from their supply chains.
  3. Training and Awareness: We provide regular training to our employees and contractors to raise awareness about modern slavery, its indicators, and the steps they can take to identify and report any concerns. We encourage open dialogue and provide channels for reporting any suspected instances of modern slavery.
  4. Risk Assessments: We conduct ongoing risk assessments of our supply chains to identify potential vulnerabilities to modern slavery. This includes evaluating the geographic locations, industries, and working conditions of our suppliers and subcontractors.
  5. Compliance and Reporting: We are committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations related to modern slavery. In the event that any violation or suspected violation occurs, we encourage individuals to report their concerns, and we will investigate and take appropriate actions.

Continuous Improvement:

Twizted Vapes recognizes that combatting modern slavery is an ongoing process. We are dedicated to continually improving our practices and collaborating with industry stakeholders to drive positive change. We regularly review and update our policies and procedures to align with evolving best practices and international standards.

Our Future Goals:

As part of our commitment to combat modern slavery, we have set the following goals:

  1. Further Enhance Supply Chain Transparency: We will work towards increasing transparency across our supply chains, promoting responsible sourcing practices, and encouraging suppliers to disclose their efforts to combat modern slavery.
  2. Collaborate and Advocate: We will actively engage with industry associations, governmental organizations, and NGOs to share best practices, support collective initiatives, and advocate for stronger measures against modern slavery.
  3. Continuous Education and Training: We will continue to educate and train our employees, contractors, and suppliers on the importance of ethical practices, human rights, and the identification and prevention of modern slavery.
  4. Regular Reporting: We will provide regular updates on our progress in combating modern slavery through our annual reports and other communication channels.

Conclusion:

Twizted Vapes is committed to the eradication of modern slavery and human trafficking. We hold ourselves accountable to the highest ethical standards and expect the same from all parties within our sphere of influence. By working together, we can create a world free from modern slavery.

Date: 20 June 2023