Policy Commitment Against Forced Labour, Modern Slavery, Human Trafficking, and Child Labour
The University of Laghouat is fully committed to maintaining ethical standards in all its operations and partnerships. The university firmly opposes all forms of forced labour, modern slavery, human trafficking, and child labour. As part of this commitment, the university adheres to national and international laws that prohibit these practices and ensures that all members of the university community, as well as external contractors and partners, comply with these regulations.
The university’s policy includes:
- Zero Tolerance: A strict prohibition against any form of forced labour, slavery, human trafficking, and child labour in its operations and supply chains.
- Compliance with Laws: Full adherence to all applicable labour laws and human rights regulations, including international conventions such as the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and the International Labour Organization (ILO) standards.
- Monitoring and Enforcement: Procedures in place to monitor and enforce compliance with these standards in all contracts and collaborations, ensuring that ethical labour practices are maintained.
- Reporting Mechanism: The university provides a confidential and secure reporting system for employees, students, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or violations related to forced labour or human trafficking.
- Awareness and Training: Regular training and awareness programs for university staff and contractors to educate them on the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking and the university’s commitment to eradicating these practices.