Policy Commitment Against Forced Labour, Modern Slavery, Human Trafficking, and Child Labour
- University of Oum El Bouaghi Policy Against Forced Labor, Slavery, Human Trafficking, and Child Labor – International procedures
The University of Oum El Bouaghi is committed to upholding international laws and conventions that define and combat various forms of exploitation, including forced labor, slavery, human trafficking, and child labor. These heinous practices have no place in our institution, and we are dedicated to preventing and eradicating them.
Definition of Terms:
- Forced Labor: Forced labor refers to any form of work or service that is extracted from an individual under the threat of force, coercion, or other means of compulsion, against their free will. It includes situations where individuals are compelled to work through violence, intimidation, deceit, abduction, or abuse of power.
- Slavery: Slavery is the condition in which an individual is treated as property, bought and sold, and is subjected to forced labor under the complete control of another person or entity.
- Human Trafficking: Human trafficking involves the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harboring, or receipt of individuals through the use of force, fraud, deception, or other means for the purpose of exploitation. This can encompass various forms, including sexual exploitation, forced labor, or involuntary servitude.
- Child Labor: Child labor pertains to the engagement of children in work that is harmful to their physical and mental development. The University condemns any involvement of children in such work and is committed to their protection.
University’s Commitment:
The University of Oum El Bouaghi reaffirms its commitment to the prevention and elimination of forced labor, slavery, human trafficking, and child labor. We recognize that these practices are a violation of fundamental human rights and are ethically unacceptable.
Actions Taken:
- Legal Compliance: The University complies with all applicable national and international laws, regulations, and conventions related to the prevention of forced labor, slavery, human trafficking, and child labor.
- Awareness and Training: We provide education and training to our staff and students to raise awareness about the issues of forced labor, slavery, human trafficking, and child labor. Our aim is to foster a culture of respect for human rights and dignity.
- Reporting Mechanism: The University has established a confidential reporting mechanism that allows employees and students to report any suspected cases of forced labor, slavery, human trafficking, or child labor without fear of retaliation. Reports will be thoroughly investigated, and appropriate actions will be taken.
- Due Diligence: We conduct due diligence to ensure that our supply chains and activities do not contribute to or involve any form of exploitation. We hold our suppliers and contractors to the same high standards.
- Support for Victims: The University is committed to supporting victims of forced labor, slavery, human trafficking, and child labor by providing access to appropriate assistance and resources.
Sources:
- Forced labor and human trafficking: a guide for labor inspectors – International Labour Organization: https://www.ilo.org/wcmsp5/groups/public/—arabstates/—ro-beirut/documents/publication/wcms_204038.pdf
- Strengthening measures to end forced labor – International Labor Office Geneva: https://www.ilo.org/wcmsp5/groups/public/—ed_norm/—relconf/documents/meetingdocument/wcms_217862.pdf
The University of Oum El Bouaghi stands firmly against forced labor, slavery, human trafficking, and child labor, in alignment with international laws and conventions. We are dedicated to creating an environment where human rights are respected, and these unethical practices are eradicated.
- University of Oum El Bouaghi Policy Against Forced Labor, Slavery, Human Trafficking, and Child Labor – Natioanal procedures
The University of Oum El Bouaghi is unequivocally committed to upholding Algerian national laws and regulations, including Law No. 09-01, enacted on February 25, 2009, which amends and supplements Order No. 66-156 of June 8, 1966, containing the Penal Code. The Algerian legislature has criminalized offenses related to forced labor, slavery, human trafficking, and child labor, as outlined in Articles 303 bis 04 to 303 bis 15.
National Procedures:
University’s Commitment:
The University of Oum El Bouaghi reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the prevention and eradication of forced labor, slavery, human trafficking, and child labor. We recognize that these practices violate fundamental human rights and are ethically unacceptable.
Actions Taken:
- Legal Compliance: The University is fully compliant with Algerian national laws and international conventions related to the prevention of forced labor, slavery, human trafficking, and child labor.
- Awareness and Training: We provide education and training to our staff, faculty, and students to raise awareness about the issues of forced labor, slavery, human trafficking, and child labor. Our aim is to foster a culture of respect for human rights and dignity.
- Reporting Mechanism: The University has established a confidential reporting mechanism that allows employees and students to report any suspected cases of forced labor, slavery, human trafficking, or child labor without fear of retaliation. Reports will be thoroughly investigated, and appropriate actions will be taken.
- Due Diligence: We conduct due diligence to ensure that our supply chains and activities do not contribute to or involve any form of exploitation. We hold our suppliers and contractors to the same high standards.
- Support for Victims: The University is committed to supporting victims of forced labor, slavery, human trafficking, and child labor by providing access to appropriate assistance and resources.
Sources:
- Law No. 09-01 of February 25, 2009, which amends and supplements Order No. 66-156 of June 8, 1966, which includes the Penal Code.
The University of Oum El Bouaghi stands firmly against forced labor, slavery, human trafficking, and child labor, in compliance with Algerian national laws and international conventions. We are dedicated to creating an environment where human rights are respected, and these unethical practices are eradicated.