Global Human Rights Policy

Global Human Rights Policy

Effective Date: December 18, 2023
Internal Reference Policy: Global Human Rights Policy

Our Commitment

At Blue Standard Inc., the parent company of BetterBone, we are committed to upholding and promoting human rights across every aspect of our business operations. We recognize that human rights are the fundamental freedoms and standards of treatment to which all people are entitled, simply by virtue of being human. Our Human Rights Policy formalizes this commitment and ensures we conduct business with respect, dignity, fairness, and integrity.

This policy guides how we engage with employees, suppliers, partners, customers, and communities globally, and reinforces our responsibility to respect human rights, mitigate risks, and foster a safe, inclusive, and ethical working environment.

Guiding Frameworks 

Our approach is anchored in internationally recognized standards and aligned with leading human rights frameworks, including:

  • Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

  • International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)

  • International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights (ICESCR)

  • International Labour Organization (ILO) Core Conventions

  • UN Convention on the Rights of the Child

  • UN Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families

  • United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights

  • OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises

  • UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  • UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA)

We believe that businesses have a shared duty with governments to prevent, address, and remediate adverse human rights impacts. Our actions are modeled on the UN Guiding Principles, which outline three core responsibilities for business:

  1. A clear and public policy commitment to human rights;

  2. A due diligence process to identify, prevent, mitigate, and account for human rights risks;

  3. Access to remedy for individuals or groups who are impacted.

Scope of Policy

This policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, partners, and subsidiaries of Blue Standard Inc. worldwide. It governs our operations, supply chain, and all business interactions—ensuring a shared responsibility to protect the dignity and rights of every person touched by our products, processes, and partnerships.

Our Human Rights Focus Areas

We have identified key areas of human rights concern where our policies and practices must align with global best practices:

  • Safe and healthy working conditions

  • Freely chosen employment and opposition to forced or child labor

  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion

  • Freedom of expression and protection of privacy

  • Ethical sourcing and environmentally sustainable production

  • Fair wages, reasonable working hours, and collective bargaining rights

  • Respect for indigenous and marginalized communities

  • Technology and innovation that advance communication, education, and opportunity

  • Reskilling and empowering workers for the future of work

Our Commitments

Blue Standard Inc. commits to the following actions:

  • Legal & Policy Compliance: We comply with all applicable laws and adopt responsible business practices in accordance with the UN Guiding Principles and SDGs.

  • Due Diligence: We implement robust processes to identify, prevent, and mitigate human rights risks, and to provide access to effective remediation when needed.

  • Privacy & Data Security: We protect the personal data and privacy rights of all customers, users, and partners.

  • Diversity & Empowerment: We support inclusive hiring, employee engagement, and social programs that promote education, equity, and economic opportunity.

  • Responsible Sourcing: We work with suppliers and partners who share our values and implement practices that uphold ethical labor and environmental standards.

  • Stakeholder Engagement: We welcome collaboration with stakeholders, including human rights organizations, civil society, and communities, to continuously improve our practices.

  • Continuous Improvement: We engage in the development of international human rights standards and commit to ongoing evaluation and enhancement of our policies.

Blue Standard Inc. and BetterBone believe that business can be a powerful force for good. We are proud to build a company that values people and the planet, and we will continue to lead with purpose, transparency, and a commitment to universal human dignity.