Modern Slavery Policy

Last updated: 11/02/2025

1. Introduction

The Groove Man is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chain. We recognise our responsibility to uphold ethical labour practices and comply with the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth) and relevant international human rights laws.

2. Definition of Modern Slavery

Modern slavery includes serious human rights violations such as:

  • Forced labour – work performed under coercion or threats.
  • Debt bondage – workers trapped in exploitative conditions due to debt.
  • Human trafficking – recruiting or transporting people through fraud or force.
  • Child labour – employment of children in work that deprives them of education and development.
  • Exploitation of vulnerable workers – practices that deny fair wages, safe working conditions, or basic freedoms.

3. Our Commitment

The Groove Man is committed to:

  • Ensuring all workers in our supply chain are treated with dignity and respect.
  • Conducting due diligence to identify and address risks of modern slavery.
  • Engaging with ethical suppliers who comply with human rights laws and labour protections.
  • Taking swift action against any known violations.

4. Supply Chain Transparency

We require our suppliers and partners to:

  • Conduct ethical sourcing and labour practices.
  • Comply with the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) and International Labour Organization (ILO) standards.
  • Provide full traceability of materials and manufacturing locations.
  • Allow audits and reporting to ensure compliance.
  • Report any known or suspected instances of modern slavery.

5. Risk Assessment and Due Diligence

To mitigate the risks of modern slavery, we:

  • Review supplier contracts to include anti-slavery provisions.
  • Conduct risk assessments of high-risk supply chains.
  • Engage third-party auditors to assess compliance.
  • Train employees and suppliers on modern slavery awareness and prevention.

6. Reporting and Compliance

Any concerns or violations regarding modern slavery should be reported immediately via our confidential reporting system. We will:

  • Investigate all claims thoroughly.
  • Take corrective action where required.
  • Report serious violations to law enforcement or relevant authorities.

Employees, suppliers, and stakeholders are encouraged to report any suspicious activities confidentially.

7. Continuous Improvement

We are dedicated to strengthening our modern slavery prevention efforts through:

  • Regular policy reviews and updates.
  • Stronger supplier engagement and monitoring.
  • Improved reporting mechanisms to track compliance.
  • Collaboration with industry and human rights organisations.

8. Contact Us

For inquiries or to report concerns regarding modern slavery, please contact us:

The Groove Man
Email: info@thegrooveman.com
Phone: 0468 474 556
Address: 23 Arthur Terrace, Red Hill QLD 4059, Australia