Effective from the following date: 26/05/2025

Review Date: 30/05/2026

🌍 Because dignity is not optional—it’s essential.

At Chibase Consulting, we believe human rights are not just legal obligations—they are a moral compass that guides how we engage with people, communities, and each other. Whether we’re facilitating a dialogue, managing a program, or working behind the scenes, we honor the simple but powerful truth: every person matters.

This policy affirms our commitment to upholding and promoting human rights across all areas of our work.

🧭 Our Commitment

We are committed to creating an environment where dignity, fairness, and inclusion are not only protected but actively promoted. This includes:

  • Respect and dignity for all—irrespective of race, gender, age, faith, ability, orientation, or background
  • Equality of opportunity—building inclusive, accessible, and empowering spaces
  • Safe and fair working conditions—including the right to fair pay, safe work environments, and freedom of association
  • Rejecting all forms of forced or child labor—in line with international labour standards
  • Community voice and participation—ensuring those most affected are heard and included in shaping outcomes
  • Freedom of expression—encouraging honest, respectful dialogue without fear

🔍 Who This Applies To

This policy applies to:

  • All Chibase Consulting staff, directors, and associates
  • Contractors, service providers, and third-party partners
  • All projects, engagements, and field activities we support

We also expect all stakeholders we engage with to embrace these same principles in their conduct and operations.

đź›  How We Uphold Human Rights

We take practical steps to ensure human rights are upheld in everything we do:

  • Awareness and training—Empowering our team with knowledge and tools to act responsibly
  • Community-centered practice—placing human dignity at the core of our facilitation and consulting processes
  • Screening and due diligence—Identifying risks and acting early to prevent harm
  • Clear grievance channels—providing confidential, accessible pathways for complaints and concerns
  • Ongoing evaluation—reviewing our actions, improving our systems, and learning from our experiences

🔄 Review and Accountability

This policy is reviewed annually or when operational needs require. Oversight rests with Chibase Consulting’s senior management, with direct accountability to the managing director.

đź’¬ Final Word

At its core, this policy reflects a simple belief: that development without respect for people is not true development. We are committed to walking this out daily — with empathy, integrity, and action.

đź“© For questions or feedback, please reach out to info@chibaseconsulting.co.za