Modern Slavery Statement
About Outshore
Outshore is a New Zealand-based company committed to ethical business practices and upholding human rights in all our operations. We connect New Zealand businesses with skilled remote staff from the Philippines, helping entrepreneurs focus on growth while ensuring fair and dignified treatment for all workers involved.
Our Pledge Against Modern Slavery
At Outshore, we firmly believe that modern slavery has no place in today’s world. We are committed to preventing modern slavery and worker exploitation in all forms, including forced labour, debt bondage, and human trafficking. Our responsibility extends beyond our immediate operations, influencing our entire supply chain and partnerships to ensure that these practices are not tolerated anywhere within our sphere of influence.
Our Practices and Approach
Outshore’s operations involve recruiting, placing, and managing virtual assistants from the Philippines who work remotely for our New Zealand clients. We adhere to strict ethical standards, ensuring compliance with both local labour laws in the Philippines and New Zealand’s evolving standards on modern slavery and worker exploitation.
We are dedicated to a proactive approach, which includes:
- Ethical Employment: We offer competitive, fair wages and ensure that all virtual assistants receive their compensation on time and in full accordance with legal standards.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Our remote staff enjoy benefits that support their overall well-being, including healthcare coverage, paid leave, and opportunities for professional development.
- Work-Life Balance: We prioritise flexible working arrangements to promote a healthy balance between personal life and work and reduce the risk of oppressive work environments.
Assessing and Addressing Risk
Outshore conducts thorough due diligence when engaging with partners and clients to ensure their practices align with our commitment to eradicating modern slavery. We regularly monitor our operations to recognise and address any possible risks of exploitation.
New Zealand’s Stance on Modern Slavery
New Zealand is introducing laws to combat modern slavery and worker exploitation both domestically and internationally. This new framework will require organisations like Outshore to take concrete steps to ensure transparency in our operations, helping to uphold New Zealand’s reputation as a country committed to human rights and fairness.
Ongoing Commitment and Accountability
Outshore is committed to continuous improvement in our efforts to battle modern slavery. We will continuously assess the effectiveness of our policies and practices through internal audits and feedback from our employees, clients, and partners. We stand ready to take immediate action should any breaches occur, ensuring we remain aligned with New Zealand’s legal and ethical standards.
This Statement
This statement is made by New Zealand’s forthcoming modern slavery legislation and reflects our commitment to a future where all workers are treated with respect and dignity. It has been approved by our Founder and CEO, Matthew, and will be updated as needed to reflect any changes in legislation or our practices.