PURPOSE

Vector Global Logistics is committed to identifying, preventing, and addressing actual or potential human rights issues within our scope of control and influence. We believe that businesses have a responsibility to respect human rights in all aspects of their operations and value chain, and we are committed to remediating any negative human rights impacts we cause or contribute to.

In upholding this commitment, Vector adheres to the following international frameworks:

• The United Nations Global Compact
• The Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Bill of Rights
• The UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs)
• The International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work

Vector does not tolerate human rights violations and will only do business with partners who share and demonstrate these same values.

SCOPE

This policy applies globally to all Vector employees throughout all regions, which includes all supply chain partners. It is intended to operate in conjunction with Vector’s Vision, Mission, and Values, other Vector corporate policies, and the Code of Conduct.

POLICY

Human Rights:

Vector is committed to acting in a manner that evidences our belief in human rights, dignity, and fairness, as reflected in our Code of Conduct, Vision, Mission, and Values, and policies and processes, including our employment practices, non-discrimination policies, fair compensation practices, and our health and safety policies. Further, Vector will comply with all local laws and regulations regarding human rights in all locations in which we operate and adhere to the principles of the United Nations Global Compact and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Vector will not willingly or knowingly assist in any violation of human rights, benefit from human rights abuses, or remain silent when human rights violations are being committed.

Labor:
Vector is committed to promoting human rights within its labor force. To that end, Vector:

• Works to eliminate all forms of forced and compulsory labor, including prison and bonded labor.
• Prohibits human trafficking and child labor in support of its operations.
• Provides safe and secure working conditions for employees, contractors, and all other workers.
• Complies with all applicable wage and hour laws
• Does not tolerate discrimination with respect to employment and occupation, including not making employment-related decisions based on any characteristics protected by applicable law, such as age, color, gender, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected personal basis.

Anti-Forced Labour / Modern Slavery Statement:

Vector is committed to taking all reasonable steps to prevent forced labour, bonded labour, prison labour, involuntary servitude, debt bondage, human trafficking, and all other forms of modern slavery from occurring within our operations or supply chain. We recognize that “forced labour” and “modern slavery” are treated as synonymous under international standards, including the ILO’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.

Vector will not knowingly engage, directly or indirectly, with any supplier, subcontractor, or business partner that uses forced or compulsory labour. We reserve the right to terminate a business relationship with any partner found to be in violation of this commitment.

To identify and address forced labour risks, Vector:

• Assesses potential supply chain partners before entering into a relationship with them;
• Includes anti-forced labour expectations in supplier agreements and codes of conduct;
• Encourages employees, contractors, and supply chain partners to report concerns through our reporting channels without fear of retaliation;
• Reviews this commitment periodically and in connection with any material change to our operations or supply chain.

This statement is approved by Vector’s highest governing body and applies to all of Vector’s global operations and value chain.

Child Labor Policy:

Vector strictly prohibits the use of child labour in our operations and supply chain. We define child labour in accordance with ILO Convention No. 138 (Minimum Age) and ILO Convention No. 182 (Worst Forms of Child Labour), meaning we will not engage any worker below the applicable minimum working age under local law, and in no case below age 15 (or age 14 where permitted by ILO developing-country exceptions), except for legitimate apprenticeship and educational programs that comply with applicable law and ILO standards.

Vector will not knowingly contract with or source from any supplier or subcontractor that uses child labour. Where child labour risks are identified in our supply chain, we will take prompt corrective action, prioritizing remedies that protect the best interests of affected children.

Vector supports the right of all children to be free from economic exploitation and to have access to education. We include child labour prohibitions in our supplier expectations and review compliance through our supplier engagement processes.

Raising Concerns:
All persons are encouraged to report any concerns regarding human rights to Vector through our reporting processes, which provides anonymity to the extent permitted by law. Vector prohibits retaliation against anyone who reports a concern in good faith.

For more information, questions, or to raise a concern, please contact Co-Founder and Managing Director, Enrique Alvarez at [email protected] or 215-680-3142.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 404 554 1150
Address:
887 West Marietta Street N.W. Suite N109
Atlanta, Georgia 30318
United States