At Broadwind, Inc., we are committed to upholding the highest standards of human rights in all aspects of our operations. We believe that respect for human rights is fundamental to our Core Values and essential for sustainable business practices. Our commitment is guided by international principles, including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights applies to all team members and stakeholders.
Our commitments:
- Respect and Dignity: We treat all individuals with respect and dignity, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination, harassment and any form of abuse. We celebrate opportunity and diversity, promoting an environment where everyone can thrive.
- Fair Labor Practices: We adhere to fair labor practices, including the prohibition of forced labor, child labor or exploitation, and human trafficking. We ensure fair wages, reasonable working hours and safe working conditions for all employees.
- Health and Safety: As the health and safety of our employees are paramount, we are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment, adhering to all relevant health and safety regulations and continuously improving our safety practices. Broadwind supports team member health through our Wellness program initiatives.
- Freedom of Association: We respect the rights of employees to freely associate, join unions and engage in collective bargaining. We believe in open communication and dialogue between management and employees. Broadwind is aligned with the International Labor Organization and its core conventions, allowing the freedom to do so.
- Community Engagement: We engage with the communities in which we operate, respecting their rights and supporting their positive development. We strive to minimize our environmental impact and support initiatives that promote social and economic well-being.
- Accountability and Transparency: We are committed to transparency in our human rights practices. We assess our operations and supply chains to identify and address human rights risks. We encourage reporting of any human rights concerns and ensure that such reports are addressed promptly and effectively.
Implementation and Monitoring:
We integrate human rights considerations into our business processes and decision-making. Our Human Rights Statement is communicated to team members and stakeholders. If there is a concern that someone connected with Broadwind, Inc. may have engaged in conduct that violated this policy, team members should promptly bring this to the attention of their Human Resources representative, a company Leader or reach out to the externally monitored hotline.
Conclusion:
Broadwind, Inc. is dedicated to fostering a culture of respect for human rights. We believe that by upholding these principles, we can contribute to a more just and sustainable world.