Modern Slavery statement

 Introduction

Academy Education Network is committed to ensuring that there is no modern slavery or human trafficking in any part of our business or our supply chain. We take our responsibility seriously to act ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and to implement and enforce effective systems and controls to prevent modern slavery in our operations. This statement is made in compliance with the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 and reflects our commitment to combating modern slavery and human trafficking.

Our Business

Academy Education Network is a recruitment agency specialising in guiding students through the university application process in the UK. We work with prospective students, universities, and third-party partners to facilitate admission and provide vocational guidance. Our activities involve handling student data and documents, and we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of transparency and integrity.

Our Supply Chain

Our supply chain includes external service providers, educational institutions, data management partners, and document verification services. We work closely with these partners to ensure that they adhere to ethical standards and practices, and we require that they confirm their commitment to eradicating modern slavery and human trafficking.

Commitment to Preventing Modern Slavery

• Due Diligence: Academy Education Network undertakes due diligence when engaging new partners and suppliers. This includes assessing the risks associated with modern slavery and human trafficking within our supply chain and ensuring that our partners uphold the same commitment to ethical practices.
• Risk Assessment and Management: We conduct periodic risk assessments to identify areas where there may be a risk of modern slavery in our operations and supply chain. This helps us implement appropriate measures to mitigate these risks.
• Supplier Code of Conduct: We have established a Supplier Code of Conduct that outlines our expectations regarding human rights, ethical practices, and compliance with the Modern Slavery Act. All suppliers and partners must comply with this code as a condition of their engagement with us.

Handling Student Data and Documents

As part of our operations, we handle sensitive student data and documents. We recognise the responsibility to process this information ethically and securely.

• Data Protection: We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to ensure that student data is handled with care, integrity, and transparency. We conduct regular audits of our data management practices to safeguard against misuse or unethical practices.
• Training and Awareness: We provide training to our employees on the risks of modern slavery and the importance of identifying and reporting any concerns. This includes training on how to handle student data securely and the ethical considerations involved.

Reporting and Whistleblowing

We encourage anyone with concerns regarding modern slavery or unethical practices within our business or supply chain to report them through our confidential whistleblowing procedure. All reports will be taken seriously and investigated thoroughly. We are committed to ensuring that no one suffers any detrimental treatment as a result of reporting in good faith.

Review and Transparency

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed annually and updated as necessary to ensure it reflects the evolving nature of our business and the risks within our supply chain. We are committed to continuous improvement in our approach to preventing modern slavery and maintaining the highest ethical standards.

Approval

This statement is approved by the senior management of Academy Education Network and is endorsed as part of our commitment to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business operations.