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Indicator 3.1.5
by Contact on 8 October 2026
Requirement
The UoC shall publicly disclose the human rights policy and actively communicate it to all suppliers, buyers and other relevant stakeholders.
How Do I Interpret This Requirement?
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The policy can be published:
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on the UoC’s website
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in annual reports anywhere where it is easily accessible to anyone interested in learning about the UoC’s commitment to human rights
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in written (printed) materials to distribute to employees, suppliers, and communities
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through local media or social media
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through letters to suppliers
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in collaboration with local organisations (such as NGOs).
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The policy should be:
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actively communicated to all suppliers, including subcontractors and business partners
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included in contracts and agreements with suppliers.
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For some specific target groups, such as local communities, it may be necessary to communicate more actively about (parts of) the policy, for example, during stakeholder meetings.
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‘Other relevant stakeholders’ can include anyone who is interested in or impacted by the operations of the UoC, for example:
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anyone in the supply chain
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local community members
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local NGOs and community organisations.
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Evidence of Implementation
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publication of the policy
Auditors Should Confirm
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that the policy is publicly available and easily accessible;
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that stakeholders are aware of the existence and contents of the policy.