We believe it is the responsibility of every individual to be a good citizen, and while being a small player in a global market can at times be daunting, we believe our impact on human rights and the planet can be just as significant as larger operations and that we can all make a difference.

Beyond our Code of Conduct we have a zero tolerance position around bonded labour which unfortunately is inherent in some sourcing countries. We have also revisited our Child Labour Remediation protocol and worked to reduce the risk and vulnerabilities of women in the apparel supply chain, particularly in the lower tiers.

In 2018 we joined the amfori BSCI initiative, which incorporates all of our Code of Conduct including environmental responsibility. Through this partnership we are in a better position to sustainably support our suppliers with training programs, education, remediation and for our own supply chain mapping, monitoring and reporting.

We understand that success in addressing the more complex issues involved with Modern Slavery cannot be achieved independently, and therefore, a collaborative approach is essential in developing solutions. Joining amfori we believe, is an important step towards this, and we are the first New Zealand business to do so.

Environmental degradation is another major issue, we at AS Colour acknowledge our footprint and the industry that we are a part of. We are committed to reducing our impact on the planet, seeking outside expertise and continuously improving our actions. Our suppliers understand the importance of best practice and will continue to work with us, to lessen their footprint.

We acknowledge we still have much to do and a lot to learn. Training and raising awareness is a vital part of our strategy as well as communicating with the broader team and our customers who are encouraged to bring ideas and challenge us moving forward.