Modern Slavery Policy

Our Commitment to the Principles of the Modern Slavery Act 2015

 

Omwani Coffee Company upholds the principles of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. We are dedicated to eradicating modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labor, and servitude from our operations and supply chain. We strive to foster a respectful and transparent environment, ensuring that all individuals we interact with, whether in our direct team or our extended supply chain, are treated with dignity and respect.

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About Omwani Coffee Company

 

Omwani Coffee Company is a relationship-driven East African green coffee importer. Our mission is to bridge the gap between roasters and coffee producers, forming partnerships solely with those who echo our deep-rooted values of sustainability for farmers, their families, the community, and the environment. We are committed to delivering exceptional coffee while ensuring that all our business activities align with our values and the principles of the Modern Slavery Act.

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Our Approach to Supply Chain Management

 

We recognize the potential risks of indirectly contributing to modern slavery and human trafficking through our supply chain. At Omwani Coffee, we assess each producer and partner thoroughly before initiating or continuing partnerships. This assessment involves evaluating adherence to ethical practices and ensuring their alignment with our values.

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We are proud to work with producers and partners across Africa, prioritizing long-term, genuine relationships. Our commitment to transparency, quality, and consistency underpins all our business activities.

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Supply Chain Risk Assessment and Mitigation

 

As part of our ongoing efforts to mitigate risks, Omwani Coffee Company is implementing lightweight yet effective measures to assess and monitor our supply chain’s compliance with modern slavery principles. These measures include:

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• Supplier Vetting: Evaluating suppliers based on their adherence to ethical labor practices and sustainability initiatives.

• Regular Communication: Establishing regular dialogue with our partners to stay informed about their practices and to ensure open channels for reporting concerns.

• Partner Commitment: Requesting suppliers to acknowledge and adhere to our ethical policies, and to notify us if any conflicts arise.

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Employee and Recruitment Practices

 

Omwani Coffee Company is committed to fair pay, working conditions, and equal opportunities. We are an equal opportunities employer, ensuring all prospective and current employees are treated fairly and are legally authorised to work. We adopt a Living Wage commitment and offer fair, contracted hours to support a balanced lifestyle for all employees.

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To ensure fair recruitment, we:

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• Adhere to non-discriminatory hiring processes.

• Conduct background checks to verify legal eligibility for employment.

• Offer opportunities for professional development and progression.

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Customer and Community Engagement

 

Transparency is at the core of our relationship with customers. We aim to provide comprehensive information about the origins and practices behind our coffees. Through our Producer Led Projects, we empower producers to choose and lead initiatives that bring meaningful change to their communities. We coordinate funding and offer our roaster partners the opportunity to contribute to projects that genuinely impact coffee-producing communities.

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Training and Awareness

 

All Omwani Coffee Company staff members are made aware of our Modern Slavery Policy. We also share these details with our partners and request that they communicate any potential conflicts with this policy. Additionally, staff are trained to recognise and report any potential cases of modern slavery or unethical practices.

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Policy Review and Continuous Improvement

 

We are committed to continuously improving our approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. This policy will be reviewed annually to ensure its relevance and effectiveness. Feedback and insights from staff, partners, and customers are welcomed to support ongoing improvements.

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