Our Commitment

At Moroccan White, we believe that beautiful products should be made with respect for the people who create them. We are committed to conducting our business ethically, responsibly and transparently, and we oppose all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, debt bondage and child exploitation.

While Moroccan White is not currently required to publish an annual Modern Slavery Statement under Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015, we recognise our responsibility to take reasonable steps to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business and supply chain.

Our Business

Moroccan White works closely with artisans, makers and suppliers in Morocco to source handcrafted homewares, textiles, ceramics and lifestyle products. We value long-term relationships built on trust, fairness and mutual respect, and we seek to work with partners who share our commitment to ethical working practices and human rights.

Our Expectations of Suppliers

We expect all suppliers, artisans, manufacturers and business partners to:

• Comply with all applicable employment, labour and health and safety laws.
• Ensure that all work is undertaken voluntarily and without coercion.
• Prohibit forced, bonded or involuntary labour.
• Not engage in human trafficking or any form of modern slavery.
• Not employ children below the legal working age.
• Provide safe and respectful working conditions.
• Treat workers fairly, with dignity and respect.
• Pay workers in accordance with applicable laws and agreed terms.
• Maintain business practices that support ethical and responsible employment.

Due Diligence

As part of our commitment to ethical sourcing, we seek to build relationships with suppliers who share our values. When establishing new supplier relationships, we may request information about working practices and require suppliers to confirm their commitment to operating free from modern slavery and human trafficking.

Where concerns are identified, we will engage with suppliers to seek clarification and, where appropriate, take corrective action. We reserve the right to end business relationships with suppliers found to be involved in modern slavery, human trafficking or other serious labour rights violations.

Reporting Concerns

We encourage employees, suppliers, contractors and other stakeholders to raise any concerns regarding suspected modern slavery, human trafficking or exploitative labour practices connected with our business or supply chain.

Any concerns raised will be taken seriously and reviewed appropriately.

Definitions

Modern Slavery

Modern slavery is an umbrella term covering slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, human trafficking and other forms of exploitation where individuals are deprived of their freedom for personal or commercial gain.

Human Trafficking

Human trafficking involves the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harbouring or receipt of individuals through force, coercion, deception or abuse for the purpose of exploitation.

Forced Labour

Forced labour is work or service that a person is compelled to perform against their will under threat, coercion or penalty.

Debt Bondage

Debt bondage occurs when a person is required to work to repay a debt and is unable to leave because the debt is manipulated, excessive or indefinite.

Child Labour

Child labour refers to work that is exploitative, hazardous, interferes with a child's education or development, or is prohibited under applicable laws.

Review

This policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains effective and reflects developments in legislation, best practice and Moroccan White's ongoing commitment to ethical sourcing and responsible business practices.