Academic Action Ltd
Financial year: 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026
Last updated: 9 April 2026
Introduction
Academic Action Ltd is committed to acting ethically, with integrity and with respect for fundamental human rights in all areas of its work.
Modern slavery is a serious crime and a violation of basic human dignity. It can take different forms, including slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking. Academic Action Ltd opposes modern slavery in all its forms and is committed to taking reasonable and proportionate steps to reduce the risk of such practices within its business activities and working relationships.
This statement outlines the approach taken by Academic Action Ltd to help prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within its business and, where relevant, within its external partnerships and supply arrangements.
Our business
Academic Action Ltd is an education-focused company working in the areas of international education, student guidance, institutional partnerships, outreach, and programme coordination.
Our work may involve collaboration with external institutions, education providers, service partners, consultants, contractors and other third parties, including organisations based in different countries. As a result, we recognise the importance of maintaining appropriate ethical standards in the way we operate and in the relationships we enter into.
Our commitment
Academic Action Ltd has a zero-tolerance approach to slavery and human trafficking.
We are committed to:
- acting ethically and responsibly in our business dealings,
- promoting transparency and integrity in our working relationships,
- taking a proportionate and risk-based approach to identifying concerns,
- and responding appropriately if any concern relating to modern slavery or human trafficking arises.
Areas of potential risk
Given the nature of our business, we consider that any risk of modern slavery is more likely to arise in relation to third-party relationships than in our direct internal operations.
Potential areas of risk may include:
- working with external suppliers or service providers,
- engaging contractors or temporary support,
- working with overseas partners or intermediaries,
- and relying on third parties involved in programme delivery, travel support, events or other operational services.
While we do not operate a large or complex supply chain, we remain aware that risks can still arise in smaller organisations and partnership-based models.
Policies and internal controls
Academic Action Ltd seeks to maintain appropriate internal standards to support ethical working practices.
These may include:
- clear expectations of lawful and ethical conduct,
- a commitment to respectful treatment of all individuals,
- internal review of partnerships and suppliers where appropriate,
- and a willingness to raise, assess and act on concerns if they arise.
Where concerns are identified, Academic Action Ltd may review the relationship in question and, where appropriate, limit, suspend or terminate engagement.
Due diligence and third-party relationships
Academic Action Ltd takes a reasonable and proportionate approach to due diligence when entering into relationships with suppliers, contractors, partners and other third parties.
Depending on the nature of the relationship, this may include:
- reviewing the nature of the organisation or individual involved,
- considering whether the proposed relationship presents any obvious ethical or reputational concerns,
- checking whether the organisation appears to operate lawfully and transparently,
- and setting clear expectations regarding ethical conduct where appropriate.
Where a third party fails to meet expected standards, or where serious concerns arise, Academic Action Ltd reserves the right to reconsider or end that relationship.
Reporting concerns
Academic Action Ltd encourages the reporting of genuine concerns relating to unethical conduct, exploitation, modern slavery or human trafficking.
Concerns may be raised internally or by external partners, contractors or other relevant parties. Any concern raised in good faith will be treated seriously and reviewed appropriately.
Reports may be made by contacting:
global1@academic-action.com
Training and awareness
Academic Action Ltd recognises the importance of maintaining awareness of modern slavery risks.
As part of our internal good practice, we seek to ensure that those involved in the business understand the importance of ethical conduct, vigilance and appropriate escalation of concerns where necessary.
Monitoring and review
Academic Action Ltd will continue to monitor this area and review its approach periodically to ensure that its practices remain proportionate, relevant and appropriate to the size and nature of the business.
This statement may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in the business, its partnerships or its internal procedures.
Approval
This statement has been approved by Academic Action Ltd and is published as part of the company’s commitment to ethical practice and responsible working relationships.
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