Environment, Social and Governance Policy

Environment, Social and Governance Policy

 

PURPOSE  

To demonstrate FITT’s commitment to conducting our business in a manner that not only delivers value to our stakeholders but also contributes positively to society and the environment. Our ESG policies reflect our dedication to environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and strong organizational governance. 

 

POLICIES 

Environmental Responsibility (E):  

  1. Resource Efficiency: We will responsibly manage our resources by embedding sustainable practices within our operations to minimize our environmental footprint.  
  2. Sustainable Sourcing: We will give preference to partners, vendors, or suppliers who are committed to sustainable and environmentally responsible practices. 

Social Responsibility (S): 

  1. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We value diversity, equity and inclusivity within our organization and strive to foster a workplace that respects and values the unique contributions of every individual. We recognize the strength of diverse voices and seek volunteers, employees, contractors, etc. that have varied backgrounds and cultures. 
  2. Well-being:  
    1. We prioritize the well-being of our volunteers, employees, and stakeholders, providing safe, inclusive, healthy, and supportive work environments.  
    2. We are committed to creating an inspiring and open environment where each person feels valued, has equal opportunity to deliver their best, and can thrive within the organization. 
  3. Ethical Procurement: We will give preference to partners, vendors, or suppliers who are committed to socially responsible and fair labour practices. 

Governance Responsibility (G): 

  1. Ethical Conduct: We uphold the highest ethical standards in all our business activities, and are committed to transparency, integrity, and accountability. We maintain the FITT code of ethics and robust internal controls, including anonymous reporting, to prevent fraud, corruption, and conflicts of interest. 
  2. Board Oversight: The Board plays a vital role in overseeing our ESG initiatives, setting, monitoring, and evaluating established goals, and targets, and ensuring our compliance with this policy. 
  3. Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuously improving our ESG practices and regularly review and update this policy to reflect evolving best practices, stakeholder and member expectations and changing circumstances.