At The Leadership Effect, we are committed to conducting our business ethically, responsibly, and transparently in alignment with Australian laws and business practices. The following policies and statements outline our commitments in various areas of corporate responsibility. For full details on any of these policies, please contact us at hello@leadershipeffect.com.au.

1. Privacy Policy

We respect and protect the privacy of our clients, employees, and website visitors in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). Our Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and manage personal information. More information can be found https://leadershipeffect.com.au/privacy-policy.

2. Environmental Sustainability Statement

We are committed to minimising our environmental impact in line with Australia’s environmental protection laws and the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (NGER) scheme. For more information on our efforts to reduce waste, conserve energy, and promote sustainable practices in our operations contact us for our company policy.

3. Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace in compliance with the Workplace Gender Equality Act 2012 and the Racial Discrimination Act 1975. For more information on our approach to fostering a diverse workforce and inclusive culture, contact us for our company policy.

4. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policy

Our CSR Policy outlines our commitment to operating in an economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable manner whilst recognising the interests of our stakeholders, in line with Australian corporate governance principles.

5. Ethical Business Practices Statement

We are committed to conducting our business with the highest standards of ethics and integrity, in compliance with the Corporations Act 2001 and Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) regulations. Contact us for our company policy and principles for ethical decision-making and behaviour.

6. Whistleblower Policy

We encourage the reporting of any suspected wrongdoing in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 and the Treasury Laws Amendment (Enhancing Whistleblower Protections) Act 2019.

7. Work Health and Safety Policy

The health and safety of our employees, clients, and visitors are paramount. Our policy outlines our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment in compliance with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and relevant state/territory legislation.

8. Data Protection Policy

We are committed to protecting the data we hold in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 and the Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) scheme. This policy outlines our measures to ensure the security and proper use of all data in our possession.

9. Anti-Corruption and Bribery Policy

We have a zero-tolerance approach to bribery and corruption, in line with the Criminal Code Act 1995 and international conventions to which Australia is a signatory. This policy outlines our commitment to conducting business ethically and in compliance with anti-corruption laws.

10. Conflict of Interest Policy

We are committed to identifying and addressing any conflicts of interest in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 and Australian corporate governance principles. Our policy outlines how we manage potential conflicts to ensure fair and ethical business practices.

11. Modern Slavery and Human Rights Policy

We are committed to combating modern slavery and upholding human rights in our operations and supply chains, in compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth). This policy outlines our approach to identifying and mitigating risks of modern slavery, our due diligence processes, and our commitment to transparency in our supply chains. We respect and support internationally recognised human rights as set out in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Labour Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work. For full details on any of these policies, please contact us at hello@leadershipeffect.com.au. The Leadership Effect is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of ethical behaviour and compliance with all applicable Australian laws and regulations, including those related to modern slavery and human rights. We believe these policies are fundamental to our values and success as a business in the Australian context. Last updated: June 2024