Modern Slavery, Sustainability, and Ethical Sourcing Policy

DROW Wear Ltd
Registered in England & Wales
Company Number: 15657014
Registered Office: 401 Birchfield Road, Redditch, England, B97 4NF

Effective Date: April 2024

1. Introduction

At DROW Wear Ltd, we are committed to conducting our business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. We recognise the importance of ethical sourcing and sustainability in creating a positive impact on people and the planet. This policy outlines our commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking, as well as our approach to ethical sourcing and sustainability across our operations and supply chains.

2. Our Commitment to Preventing Modern Slavery

DROW Wear Ltd is dedicated to ensuring that slavery, human trafficking, and any form of forced labour have no place in our business or supply chains. We operate in compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and expect our partners to uphold the same standards.

• Supply Chain Transparency: We source our products from a UK-based supplier who assures us that their upstream suppliers adhere to the highest ethical standards, with comprehensive certifications supporting these claims.
• Due Diligence: We regularly assess and monitor our supply chain to identify, mitigate, and address any risks related to modern slavery and human trafficking.
• Training and Awareness: We provide training to our employees to ensure they understand the importance of preventing modern slavery and know how to identify and address potential risks.

3. Our Ethical Sourcing Practices

We are committed to working only with suppliers who share our values and commitment to ethical practices. Our sourcing practices focus on ensuring that all products are manufactured in safe working conditions, with fair wages and respect for workers’ rights.

• Supplier Standards: We require our suppliers to comply with all relevant labour laws and ethical standards. This includes the prohibition of child labour, forced labour, and discrimination, as well as ensuring safe and healthy working environments.
• Certification and Verification: Our supplier’s upstream partners hold certifications from recognised bodies that ensure ethical and environmentally responsible practices throughout the supply chain.

4. Sustainability Initiatives

Sustainability is a core value at DROW Wear Ltd. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact through responsible sourcing, waste reduction, and energy efficiency.

• Responsible Material Sourcing: We favour suppliers who use sustainable materials, such as organic cotton and recycled fabrics, ensuring that our products are both high-quality and environmentally friendly.
• Waste Reduction: We work to minimise waste at every stage of our operations, from production to packaging. We encourage the use of recyclable materials and seek to reduce our carbon footprint through efficient logistics and distribution practices.
• Community Engagement: We support initiatives that contribute to the well-being of the communities involved in our supply chain, including fair wages, education, and environmental conservation projects.

5. Monitoring and Compliance

We regularly review and update our policies to ensure ongoing compliance with legal requirements and to reflect our commitment to continuous improvement in ethical practices and sustainability.

• Audit and Assessment: We conduct regular audits and assessments of our supply chain to ensure compliance with our ethical sourcing and sustainability standards.
• Supplier Engagement: We engage with our suppliers to promote best practices and ensure that they meet our high standards for social and environmental responsibility.

6. Reporting Concerns

We encourage all employees, suppliers, and stakeholders to report any concerns related to modern slavery, unethical practices, or sustainability issues. Concerns can be reported confidentially to info@drowwear.com.

7. Review of this Policy

This policy is reviewed annually to ensure it remains relevant and effective in addressing the risks of modern slavery and in promoting ethical sourcing and sustainability. Updates will be communicated to all stakeholders.

8. Contact Information

For any queries regarding this policy, please contact us at info@drowwear.com.