The document Ethical recruitment: Translating policy into practice evaluates the recruitment practices of international migrant workers, emphasizing the need for responsible recruitment to mitigate forced labour risks. It presents a case study on Thai Union, a global seafood producer, which began implementing its Ethical Migrant Recruitment Policy in 2016. Commissioned by Humanity United and the Freedom Fund, Impactt conducted a six-month independent evaluation in 2018 to assess the successes and challenges of this policy. The findings reveal areas for improvement in the recruitment process, including document processing, interview clarity, and pre-departure training, while highlighting the importance of safe transportation and effective onboarding.
The report outlines a roadmap with key guidelines, which include committing to continuous improvement, ensuring effective and transparent recruitment services, and fostering collaboration among companies, governments, and NGOs. Providing comprehensive information to workers about their roles and responsibilities, improving training methods, and addressing repatriation processes are especially important. By following these recommendations, stakeholders can work together to create a more ethical and sustainable recruitment framework that benefits both workers and employers.
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