Gender Equality Policy
 

This policy serves as an extension of section 1.7 in the Supplier Code of Conduct, providing additional information and strategies to prevent and address discrimination faced by women in the apparel industry.

 

1.1 Policies

1.1.1 All suppliers of Rodd & Gunn products, and their sub-facilities involved in the production (including textile production and raw material farms/facilities), are bound to adhere to the standards as defined in section 7.1 of the Code of Conduct:
 

“There is no discrimination in hiring, compensation, access to training, promotion, termination or retirement based on race, caste, national origin, religion, age, disability, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, union membership or political affiliation.”

1.1.2 In adopting the code standards, suppliers and their sub-facilities agree to engage fully with Rodd & Gunn in building awareness for female workers through skill-building and internal policy development.

 

1.2 Strategies

1.2.1 Rodd & commit to raising awareness in production facilities through collaborating with specialised industry organisations, trained to deliver programs that empower female workers in the apparel industry.

1.2.2 Rodd & Gunn encourage suppliers to promote female representation in leader positions.

1.2.3 Regular on-site audits in production facilities will provide close monitoring on discrimination, with a strong focus on the female work force.

 

1.3 Implementation

1.3.1 Rodd & Gunn expects suppliers to communicate this policy within their own facilities and with the extended supply chain.

1.3.2 Effective from Aug 2018, the Rodd & Gunn auditing checklist consists of tailored questions to assess a factory’s position and strength on gender equality, further enhancing our ability to address specific risks and needs.

1.3.3 Female worker empowerment programs are to be finalised pending membership approval with industry collaborations by end of 2018 (e.g. BCI, ETI, HER Project).

 

By signing this document, the supplier confirms full understanding of the requirements of this policy and agrees to participate & engage with selected industry collaborations. Please return signed document to Rodd & Gunn within 7 Days of receipt.

 

Supplier / Agency Name:

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Factory Name / Address

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Product Manufactured for Rodd & Gunn:

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Printed Name:

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Signed:

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Date:

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