MODERN SLAVERY AND HUMAN TRAFFICKING STATEMENT

Minds in Session is committed to acting with integrity, responsibility, and care in all our operations. Our work is grounded in a deep understanding of human dignity and the psychological conditions that allow individuals and organisations to thrive. Modern slavery and human trafficking violate these principles profoundly. We take a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of exploitation and are committed to ensuring that our business and supply chains remain free from practices that cause harm or compromise the rights of individuals.

​​​

YOUR ORGANISATION

Minds in Session is a UK-based psychological consultancy providing clinical services, neurodevelopmental assessment and treatment, leadership development, organisational wellbeing, and advisory support to public, private, and philanthropic partners. We operate across the United Kingdom and internationally. Our work requires high levels of trust, ethical conduct, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance. We hold ourselves to the same standards across our internal operations, external partnerships, and extended supply chain.

​​​

OUR COMMITMENT

We are committed to compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and to maintaining systems that prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in every part of our practice. This commitment applies to all Minds in Session staff, associates, contractors, and suppliers.

​

OUR SUPPLY CHAIN

Our supply chain model is low-risk but not risk-free. It includes:

• Independent psychologists, psychiatrists, specialist teachers, and coaches engaged under contract

• Administrative and operational services

• Technology providers supporting clinical platforms, data processing, and secure communication

• Professional service providers, such as legal, consultancy, and design partners

​

We review the operational context of each supplier to ensure they meet our expected ethical and legal standards.

​

POLICIES AND GOVERNANCE

We have internal policies and systems that support our commitment to preventing modern slavery, including:

• Ethical Recruitment Policy and rigorous right-to-work checks

• Safeguarding and Clinical Governance Framework

• Whistleblowing Policy enabling staff and contractors to raise concerns confidentially

• Data protection, confidentiality, and information governance procedures aligned with NHS and CQC standards

• Due diligence processes for onboarding new suppliers and contractors

​

Our leadership team has oversight for ensuring these measures are implemented consistently.

​

RISK ASSESSMENT AND DUE DILIGENCE

We conduct proportionate due diligence for all new suppliers and contractors. This includes verifying identity, qualifications, working conditions, and contract terms. Where suppliers operate internationally, we review their own modern slavery policies and request documented evidence of ethical labour practices.

​

TRAINING AND AWARENESS

Given our role as psychologists and behavioural specialists, we recognise the importance of awareness, early detection, and clear reporting pathways. Our staff and associates receive training on safeguarding, professional ethics, and the recognition of coercion and exploitation, with escalation routes clearly defined.

​

REPORTING CONCERNS

Any concerns related to possible modern slavery within Minds in Session or our supply chain can be raised through our safeguarding lead, clinical governance lead, or via our confidential reporting system. All concerns are taken seriously and investigated promptly.

​

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

We will continue strengthening our processes, reviewing supplier compliance, and updating internal policies to reflect emerging risks, new legislation, and best practices. Minds in Session intends to expand our auditing procedures as our organisation grows and as our supply chain becomes more complex.

​

APPROVAL

This statement was approved by the Director of Minds in Session and will be reviewed annually.