MODERN SLAVERY STATEMENT
CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
Cushman & Wakefield is committed to upholding and championing ethical and sustainable business practices across all areas of our operations. This commitment is central to our supplier selection and management processes. Our supplier network provides a broad range of goods and services. Most of our property service providers are based in Australia, with a small number of international suppliers. Regardless of location, we apply the same high ethical standards and maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any type of modern slavery. We continue to monitor and assess supplier compliance at all levels to ensure alignment with our values and expectations. As a key part of the larger global Cushman & Wakefield organisation, we benefit from some centralised services. However, our global platform shares the approach of our Australian business and is always conscious of the global nature of supply chains. We are committed to ensuring that all our suppliers, no matter where they are located, adhere to our core values and ethical practices. Throughout FY25, we continued to refine our approach to mapping and monitoring modern slavery risk by enhancing our robust supplier management processes. Our ongoing supplier engagement gathers important insights into labour practices, ensuring our risk priorities reflect operational realities as well as our high standards of ethical and sustainable business practices. Our ongoing efforts to improve processes demonstrate our continued commitment to maintaining strong, ethical and long-lasting relationships with all our suppliers. Cushman & Wakefield’s Procurement team plays a critical role in identifying, assessing and mitigating modern slavery risks within the firm’s operations and supply chains. Procurement influences supplier selection, contracting, ongoing supplier management and risk monitoring, and supports Cushman & Wakefield’s broader human rights and ESG commitments. Our approach to managing Modern Slavery Risks in our operations and supply chains
TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY
We uphold transparency in our business practices and continue to report on our efforts to address modern slavery risks through both internal and external channels.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
While we acknowledge the progress we have achieved to date, we also recognise that managing modern slavery risks is a continuous and evolving effort. As such, we continue to review and refine our policies, procedures and practices to ensure they remain effective and aligned with emerging best practices. We are committed to meeting our obligations under all modern slavery legislation. Upholding fundamental human rights is non-negotiable and we expect the same commitment from our partners and suppliers. Our employment practices are founded on principles of merit and freedom of choice, with no tolerance for coercion or forced labour. Throughout our operations and supply chain, we maintain a steadfast commitment to ethical standards. Our primary objective is to work actively to mitigate potential risks and liabilities associated with modern slavery, in full compliance with the Act and in line with our values and policies. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of responsibility and accountability across our organisation, encouraging employees to speak up and striving to uphold fundamental human rights and prevent any form of exploitation or abuse. In our sixth annual Modern Slavery Statement, we provide a comprehensive account of Cushman & Wakefield’s ongoing efforts to identify, address, and mitigate modern slavery risks across our operations and supply chain. We remain committed to continuously evaluating the efficacy of our actions and maintaining transparency in our process. Through this transparency, we aim to sustain our positive influence across our industry, always striving for best practice.
POLICY COMMITMENT
Cushman & Wakefield maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. This commitment is embedded in our values and is reflected in all aspects of our business operations. Our Global Code of Business Conduct and our Global Vendor/ Supplier Integrity Policy codify this commitment. We expect the same commitment from all business partners and suppliers.
This Statement has been prepared with the input of relevant subject matter experts across the business. At Cushman & Wakefield, we take a unified approach to addressing modern slavery.
RISK ASSESSMENT
Risk assessments carried out across our business allows us to identify and focus efforts on areas within our operations and supply chain where there may be a risk or perceived risk of modern slavery.
SUPPLIER ENGAGEMENT
We work closely with our suppliers to understand their labour practices and ensure alignment with our ethical expectations. All suppliers are required to comply with applicable laws and regulations, including those related to modern slavery.
EMPLOYEE TRAINING
In FY25, we updated our employee training program to ensure continued strength and improvement, to build awareness of modern slavery and equip employees with the tools to identify red flags and report suspected cases. This approach supports a more informed and proactive workforce.
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