Denaee Modern Slavery Policy

Commitment to Combatting Modern Slavery

At Denaee, we are committed to preventing all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation across our business operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery remains a serious global issue, and as an organisation dedicated to ethical business practices, we take our responsibility seriously to identify, prevent, and address any risks associated with slavery and exploitation.

We believe in upholding human dignity and ensuring that all individuals within our business, partnerships, and supply chains are treated with fairness, respect, and equality. Our zero-tolerance approach extends to all our employees, suppliers, contractors, and business partners, ensuring that we operate with integrity and in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

Scope and Application

This policy applies to all areas of Denaee, including our fintech services, digital platforms, and business operations. It covers all employees, contractors, suppliers, and third-party entities with whom we engage. We require all individuals and organisations associated with Denaee to adhere to this policy and actively work to prevent modern slavery within their own operations.

Risk Assessment and Due Diligence

We conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities related to modern slavery within our operations and supply chains. This involves evaluating the sectors, regions, and partnerships that may present a higher risk of forced labour or exploitation.

Our due diligence processes ensure that all suppliers and partners comply with ethical labour standards and human rights principles. This includes conducting audits, supplier assessments, and contractual commitments that prohibit modern slavery practices. We work closely with our partners to identify and mitigate risks, and we do not engage with any suppliers or businesses that fail to meet our ethical standards.

Supplier and Partner Expectations

Denaee expects all suppliers, contractors, and business partners to share our commitment to ethical employment practices. We require our suppliers to operate in full compliance with all applicable labour laws and to provide their workers with fair wages, safe working conditions, and protection from forced labour and human trafficking.

We actively monitor our supply chains and reserve the right to terminate relationships with any supplier found to be involved in exploitative practices. Our procurement processes incorporate modern slavery prevention measures to ensure that we only engage with ethical and responsible businesses.

Training and Awareness

We believe that education is essential in the fight against modern slavery. Denaee provides ongoing training to employees, contractors, and relevant stakeholders to help them identify, prevent, and report any signs of forced labour or human trafficking.

Our training programmes focus on recognising the indicators of modern slavery, understanding legal obligations, and ensuring that our workforce is equipped to respond effectively. Employees are encouraged to report any concerns or suspicions of unethical practices, and we provide clear channels for reporting in a confidential and secure manner.

Reporting and Whistleblowing Mechanisms

Denaee has established a confidential whistleblowing mechanism that allows employees, suppliers, and stakeholders to report any suspicions of modern slavery or unethical practices. We take all reports seriously and ensure that they are investigated thoroughly, with appropriate action taken against any confirmed violations.

We encourage a culture of transparency and accountability, where individuals can report concerns without fear of retaliation. Our commitment to ethical conduct means that we provide full support to whistleblowers and take proactive measures to address any reported issues.