Modern Slavery Statement

Support Nerds Inc. is committed to ensuring that modern slavery, human trafficking, and all forms of exploitation are not present in our operations, supply chains, or any of our business activities. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the steps we have taken during the year to address the risk of modern slavery and to ensure that our company and supply chains are free from exploitation.

Support Nerds Inc. is an IT Service Provider based in the United States. We serve clients across a wide range of industries, including banking, logistics, manufacturing, healthcare, education, and retail. Our operations span multiple regions, and we work with a broad network of suppliers, contractors, and partners worldwide.

At Support Nerds Inc., we are committed to respecting human rights and conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We have a zero-tolerance policy for modern slavery, forced labor, human trafficking, and any form of exploitation. We recognize the importance of addressing modern slavery in our operations and supply chains, and we strive to continuously improve our approach to ensuring our business is free from any form of forced or coerced labor.

Our supply chain is diverse and global, and it includes providers of hardware, software, and various services. We acknowledge that modern slavery risks may exist in different parts of our supply chain, particularly in regions where labor laws are less stringent or where poverty and weak governance structures create vulnerabilities.

We actively assess the risks of modern slavery within our operations and supply chain by:

• Conducting risk assessments of suppliers based on geography, industry, and labor practices.
• Evaluating supplier policies and practices to ensure alignment with our ethical standards.
• Implementing periodic audits and reviews of high-risk suppliers.
• Engaging in conversations with stakeholders and advocacy groups focused on human rights issues.
• Ensuring that suppliers meet the minimum labor standards as outlined in our Supplier Code of Conduct.

We have identified that our primary risks for modern slavery are in the procurement of hardware, and certain outsourced services from regions with less stringent labor protections.

Policies and Practices

To mitigate the risks of modern slavery, we have implemented the following policies and practices:

• Supplier Code of Conduct: We have established a comprehensive Supplier Code of Conduct that requires all suppliers to adhere to ethical labor practices, including prohibiting the use of forced labor, child labor, or human trafficking.
• Employee Training: We provide regular training to employees on identifying and reporting signs of modern slavery and exploitation. This training is mandatory for employees involved in procurement, HR, and supply chain management.
• Whistleblower Program: We have implemented a confidential whistleblower program that allows employees, suppliers, and contractors to report concerns about unethical practices, including modern slavery, without fear of retaliation.
• Zero-Tolerance Policy: We maintain a strict zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chain. Any supplier found in violation of our policies is subject to immediate review and, if necessary, termination of the relationship.

Over the past year, we have taken several steps to address modern slavery risks:

• Supplier Audits: We conducted several audits on key suppliers in high-risk areas. These audits included interviews with workers and assessments of labor conditions.
• Supplier Engagement: We communicated directly with suppliers to educate them about our Modern Slavery Statement and ensure their compliance with our Supplier Code of Conduct.
• Internal Review: We conducted an internal review of our procurement practices and updated our supplier onboarding process to better screen for potential modern slavery risks.
• Collaboration with Experts: We engaged with external organizations and NGOs to learn more about modern slavery risks and how we can improve our practices.

We measure the effectiveness of our efforts through:

• Regular audits of our supply chain and assessment of supplier compliance.
• Monitoring the number and outcomes of whistleblower reports.
• Reviewing the results of employee and supplier training programs.
• Evaluating the impact of corrective actions taken when non-compliance is identified.

While we have made progress, we recognize that preventing modern slavery is an ongoing effort, and we are committed to improving our practices each year.

In the coming year, we will:

• Continue to strengthen our supplier audits and extend them to additional suppliers in high-risk regions.
• Expand our employee training programs to include more detailed modules on modern slavery and human trafficking.
• Work closely with industry partners and advocacy groups to share knowledge and develop best practices.
• Enhance our reporting and transparency efforts by publishing this statement annually and engaging in open dialogue with stakeholders.

Support Nerds Inc. is dedicated to eliminating modern slavery from our operations and supply chains. We remain vigilant in addressing the risks of exploitation and will continue to take proactive steps to ensure that our business upholds the highest standards of integrity and human rights. We are committed to improving our practices to support the fair treatment of workers globally and to contribute positively to the communities where we operate.

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This Modern Slavery Statement is designed to ensure that our company complies with ethical standards and contributes to the global effort to eradicate modern slavery. We will continue to review and enhance our processes to ensure that human rights are respected and protected throughout our operations.