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Base Code Guidance: Modern slavery

  • Public
  • 3 July 2017
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Modern slavery
Forced labour
ETI Base Code guidance: Modern slavery

Practical guidance for companies on implementing ETI Base Code clause 1: Employment is freely chosen

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ETI's Corporate Transparency Framework

Details the public reporting requirements that have been set out for all ETI company members. Sets out the minimum that is expected and shows how to move towards better practices.
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Human rights due diligence

Female garment factory worker, China
The process of Human rights due diligence (HRDD) is the most practical and credible way for businesses to manage their human rights impacts on an ongoing basis. It is a critical cornerstone to the implementation of the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs).
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