Ref: APVIA-EDI-001

Equality and Diversity Policy

Policy Statement

“African Projects Ventures Investments and Advancement Limited (APVIA Ltd) is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of its operations in Sierra Leone. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our organisation, enhances our service delivery, and reflects the communities in which we operate.”

Our Commitments

Ensuring that no job applicant, employee, contractor, partner, or stakeholder receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of any protected characteristic
Ensuring that all individuals are treated with dignity and respect
Building an organisation that values and harnesses the differences between people
Complying with the Constitution of Sierra Leone (1991), the Anti-Discrimination Act, the Employment Act, and all relevant international conventions

Quality Practices

Inclusive recruitment and selection processes
Equal pay and benefits reviews
Flexible working arrangements
Diversity training and awareness programs
Grievance and disciplinary procedures for discrimination complaints
Regular monitoring and reporting on diversity metrics
Employee resource groups and support networks

Protected Characteristics

AgeDisabilityGender reassignmentMarriage and civil partnershipPregnancy and maternityRaceReligion or beliefSexSexual orientation

Other Policies

Ref: APVIA-QP-001

Quality Policy

African Projects Ventures Investments and Advancement Limited (APVIA Ltd) is committed to achieving and sustaining the highest standards of quality in all our business operations, projects, investments, and advisory services throughout Sierra Leone and across the African continent. We recognise that quality is fundamental to our success, our reputation, and the value we deliver to our clients, stakeholders, and the communities we serve.

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Ref: APVIA-HSP-001

Health and Safety Policy

African Projects Ventures Investments and Advancement Limited (APVIA Ltd) is committed to protecting the health, safety, and welfare of all its employees, contractors, clients, visitors, and any other persons who may be affected by its operations in Sierra Leone. We recognise that effective health and safety management is fundamental to our business success and is a core responsibility of management at all levels.

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Ref: APVIA-EP-001

Environmental Policy

African Projects Ventures Investments and Advancement Limited (APVIA Ltd) is committed to protecting the environment and promoting sustainable development in all its business operations, projects, and investment activities within Sierra Leone and across the African region. We recognise that our activities as business facilitators, investment promoters, and project developers have the potential to impact the environment, both directly and through the projects and ventures we support.

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Ref: APVIA-POL-DP-001

Data Protection GDPR Policy

This policy sets out the commitment of African Projects Ventures Investments and Advancement Limited (APVIA Ltd) operating in Sierra Leone to protecting personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR), the Sierra Leone Data Protection Act, 2023, and other applicable international data protection standards.

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Ref: APVIA-POL-MS-001

Modern Day Slavery Policy

African Projects Ventures Investments and Advancement Limited (APVIA Ltd) has zero tolerance for modern slavery and human trafficking in any part of our business or supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships, and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure modern slavery is not taking place anywhere in our business or supply chains.

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Ref: APVIA-POL-001

Complaint Policy

This policy establishes the framework for receiving, investigating, and resolving complaints made against APVIA Ltd, its directors, employees, agents, or operations in Sierra Leone. It ensures complaints are handled fairly, transparently, and efficiently, with accessible channels for stakeholders to raise concerns without fear of retaliation.

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Ref: APVIA-ABC-001

Anti-Bribery, Non-Corruption & Open-Door Policy

APVIA Ltd conducts all business in Sierra Leone with the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct. This policy summarises three core policies: Anti-Bribery, Non-Corruption, and Open Door. These align with the Anti-Corruption Act 2008 (amended 2019), the United Nations Convention against Corruption (ratified 2004), and the Sierra Leone Corporate Governance Code (2018).

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Questions About This Policy?

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.