Supporter Autumn 2024
The fight to end modern slavery At the end of 2023, AnglicareSA published its fourth annual Modern Slavery Statement, confirming its commitment to help A panel of contractors is used to help ensure access to a wider range of skills
and expertise, competitive pricing, quality assurance, and flexibility in terms of scheduling and responding to maintenance emergencies; and provide a high-quality service to our customers. A total of 36 suppliers were surveyed, with a 78% response rate. Of those who responded: – 11 indicated that they had modern slavery statements – 9 advised that they had policies in place addressing modern slavery – 4 indicated that they would soon introduce set policies – 7 said they had or were implementing modern slavery risk training – 6 advised that they performed screening on all prospective suppliers to help assess modern slavery risk. Pleasingly, 100 per cent of respondents indicated that they were not aware of any modern slavery occurring in their supply chains, and that they would take appropriate steps to respond to allegations of modern slavery or substandard working conditions in their operation or supply chains. “I am also looking forward to networking across sites by making strong, caring connections within Anglicare and with the wider community. “It’s exciting to be working with a diverse range of people who are involved in so many programs and projects. “I have been in this job for a short time but already feel part of a team who genuinely care about people. It’s not about doing a job but a way of living fully in a community with a wide range of people who make up the kaleidoscope of life. “I am blessed to have this opportunity.”
bring an end to modern slavery. The Statement describes AnglicareSA, its operations and supply chains, and the actions we take to assess and address modern slavery risks to our organisation. Modern slavery involves the abuse and exploitation of vulnerable human beings. It can take many forms, including human trafficking, forced labour, wage exploitation, bonded labour, and child slavery. AnglicareSA sees human rights as critical to its vision, purpose, and values and is committed to the fight to bring an end to modern slavery and the exploitation of individuals by others. As part of our ongoing response to modern slavery risks, in 2023 AnglicareSA continued the process of mapping and analysing supply chains to increase awareness of sectors that may be considered as high-risk. AnglicareSA conducted a survey with its panel of maintenance contractors to help gain a better understanding of their commitment to ethical sourcing and identification of any potential modern slavery risks.
Maintenance contractors were surveyed as part of our ongoing response to modern slavery risks
Suppliers included those providing carpets, glass, plumbing and electrical, general maintenance, gutter cleaning, pest control, flooring, lift servicing, painting, and locksmith services. We use these services to provide general, specialised, and emergency
maintenance and repairs to our community housing and other properties as required.
Meet our new Chaplain, Mara
We are delighted to welcome Mara Di Francesco as our new Chaplain for the north of Adelaide. Mara is the former parish priest of St Martin’s Campbelltown and brings to her new role as Chaplain a wealth of experience, energy, and warmth. “I am excited to be able to provide practical, emotional, pastoral, and spiritual support to AnglicareSA employees and volunteers in the northern metropolitan area and I certainly have a passion for the work,” said Mara.
Chaplain Mara Di Francesco
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