Human Rights Policy Statement

CraftMark Bakery, LLC is committed to upholding and promoting human rights in all our operations and interactions. We believe in fostering a workplace and community environment where every individual is treated with dignity and respect. Our human rights policy is grounded in the following five core principles:

1. Respect for Dignity:

We recognize and respect the inherent dignity of every individual. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone is valued and treated with fairness, kindness, and respect, free from discrimination, harassment, and exploitation.

2. Equality and Non-Discrimination:

We are dedicated to ensuring equality and fairness in all aspects of our operations. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, or any other status protected by law. We promote equal opportunities and strive to eliminate barriers that prevent individuals from reaching their full potential.

3. Right to Fair Treatment:

We are committed to providing fair and just treatment in all our dealings with employees, partners, and stakeholders. This includes ensuring fair wages, safe working conditions, and the right to freely chosen employment. We are dedicated to resolving conflicts and addressing grievances through transparent and effective processes.

4. Freedom of Expression and Association:

We support and uphold the right of individuals to express their opinions and ideas freely, and to associate with others to advocate for their interests. We respect the rights of employees to join and participate in trade unions or other representative organizations and engage in collective bargaining.

5. Right to Privacy:

We are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of individuals’ personal information. We adhere to relevant data protection laws and regulations, ensuring that personal data is collected, used, and stored with the utmost care and only for legitimate purposes.

Implementation and Monitoring

We are committed to integrating these principles into our daily operations and decision-making processes. We will provide training and resources to ensure that our employees and partners understand and adhere to this policy. Regular audits and assessments will be conducted to monitor compliance and effectiveness.

Reporting and Accountability

We encourage individuals to report any concerns or violations of this policy. We are committed to addressing such reports promptly and fairly, with protection against retaliation for those who raise issues in good faith. Individuals are encouraged to report confidentially to: cmbethics@craftmarkbakery.com

Commitment to Continuous Improvement

We are dedicated to continuously improving our practices and policies to better uphold human rights. We will review and update this policy as needed to reflect evolving standards and ensure that we meet our commitment to human rights.

CraftMark Bakery, LLC stands firm in its commitment to human rights and believes that respecting these principles is essential to achieving a just and equitable workplace and community.