BeFanz International Ltd owns and operates the website BeFanz (www.befanz.com) ("BeFanz" or the "Company"), a subscription-based social platform transforming the connection between creators and fans. The site accommodates content creators from all genres and empowers them to fully realize their potential in line with the Company’s values and objectives.

BeFanz is committed to the fight against modern slavery. We are dedicated to creating the safest digital media platform globally and we do not tolerate modern slavery or human trafficking in any form, whether on our platform, in our partnerships, or within our supply chain.

This statement aligns with our Company values and objectives and complies with the UK Modern Slavery Act, the Australian Modern Slavery Act, and the California Transparency in Supply Chains Act. It outlines the steps BeFanz has taken to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not present in our business operations, partnerships, or supply chains.

Our Commitment
BeFanz opposes all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. Modern slavery is a criminal offense and a violation of fundamental human rights. It manifests in various forms, including slavery, servitude, forced and compulsory labor, and human trafficking, all of which share the common characteristic of depriving an individual of their freedom to exploit them for personal or commercial gain.

We are committed to acting with integrity and mitigating the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our business relationships with creators and fans. We also dedicate ourselves to treating all employees, partners, and vendors with respect and dignity, ensuring safe working environments, and conducting operations that are both environmentally responsible and ethically sound.

Steps Taken to Prevent, Detect, and Report Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Risks
In this fiscal period, we have:

• Continued the roll-out of mandatory company-wide modern slavery and trafficking training.

• Issued company-wide policies and procedures regarding acceptable business practices and ethical conduct.

• Reviewed our supply chain to identify and mitigate risks related to modern slavery and human trafficking.

• Made significant investments in enhancing our approach to content moderation, including hiring additional specialized resources.

• Appointed an independent monitor to review our safety controls and compliance program to further enhance platform safety.

• Increased our engagement with third parties focused on combating modern slavery and human trafficking.

Our Policies
BeFanz is committed to taking all reasonable and appropriate actions to ensure there are no modern slavery or human trafficking activities in our platform, business, or supply chain.

We have a Code of Conduct & Business Ethics that outlines our expectation for all employees to act with integrity and exercise sound judgment in complying with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations, including those related to modern slavery and human trafficking. This Code is also shared with key suppliers and contractors.
This Anti-Slavery and Anti-Trafficking Statement outlines our broader commitment to combating these practices and details the concrete actions taken by the Company to reduce the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking. It also provides channels for reporting suspected cases of modern slavery or human trafficking.

Our Terms of Service and Acceptable Use Policy specifically forbid uploading, posting, displaying, or publishing any content on BeFanz that:

• Displays, includes, or refers to any other person without obtaining written consent from each individual to use their name or images (or both) in the Content.

• Shows, promotes, advertises, or refers to escort services, sex trafficking, or prostitution.

We also expect our employees and suppliers to adhere to high standards. Any violation of these standards by an employee can lead to disciplinary measures, including termination of employment. Any violation by a supplier may result in contract termination.

Our Risk Assessment
We continually assess the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our business environment by identifying and analyzing higher-risk areas of our operations. Our assessment takes into account external reports and standards, country and sector risk profiles, and we adjust our processes and controls as needed based on evolving risks.

Our Direct Business Operations
We assess the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our direct business operations as relatively low, as our workforce primarily consists of professionally qualified or skilled personnel. However, in regions where we employ contractors outside of the UK and USA, we recognize there may be a slightly higher risk. We ensure our entire workforce is aware of these risks and understands our stance on these matters, and that they can report suspected instances of modern slavery or human trafficking.

Our Platform and Supply Chain

• Creator Content: As with any social media platform, there are risks related to the content uploaded by creators, including the possibility of harmful material that violates our policies or the law.

• Contractors and Third Parties: We engage contractors and temporary staff for various platform services, and third-party suppliers assist with tasks such as user verification and content moderation. These contractors and third parties may violate relevant laws or policies.

• Merchandise: Promotional merchandise is procured for marketing purposes and is available for sale in the BeFanz store. Some of these items may be manufactured by workers at risk of exploitation, particularly in the garment industry, which has potential for modern slavery and human trafficking concerns, such as forced labor, wages, working hours, and humane treatment.

Our Risk Mitigation Efforts
We continue to mitigate risks identified in previous modern slavery and human trafficking statements and will report on key actions we plan to take in the future.

• Creator Verification: We thoroughly verify the identity and payment details of every creator account application to ensure that individuals can only create accounts for themselves. We perform additional checks for discrepancies between identity documents and legal names provided for payment methods. This ensures creators receive payments directly from BeFanz.

• Content Moderation: We have enhanced our content moderation processes to detect and prevent harmful content, including material that facilitates the exploitation of people or that may indicate modern slavery and human trafficking. All content is reviewed using advanced digital technologies and manual reviews within 24 hours.

• Contractor and Agency Staff: We enforce contractual obligations for agencies and temporary staff to comply with laws and our anti-slavery policies, and all employees receive annual training on modern slavery and human trafficking.

Community Reporting and Law Enforcement Assistance
We offer clear reporting mechanisms for users who encounter content that may indicate physical danger or human trafficking. If such content is identified, we immediately suspend the associated account and notify law enforcement and NGOs to assist in identifying perpetrators.

Investments and Partnerships
We continue to invest in our ability to identify and combat human exploitation through substantial technical and operational investments. We work with NGOs, helplines, and charities, including the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), to enforce our strict policies and safeguard our community.

Transparency and Reporting
BeFanz is committed to building the safest social media platform possible. We take responsibility for our actions and regularly publish data verifying the steps we've taken. These reports are available in our Transparency Reports, which can be accessed here.

Our Reporting Mechanisms
We encourage transparency and accountability within our company and encourage employees to report any concerns regarding human rights violations, modern slavery, and human trafficking. Concerns can be reported via email to compliance@befanz.com.

Our Ongoing Commitment to Continuous Improvement
We are committed to continuous improvement in combating modern slavery and human trafficking. We will take appropriate actions in line with the risk profile of BeFanz International Ltd and BeFanz to protect users, employees, and third parties from exploitation.

Responsibility for this Statement
Our Executive Leadership team holds overall responsibility for ensuring compliance with this statement. Management at all levels is responsible for ensuring their teams understand and follow our anti-slavery and anti-trafficking policies. Our Legal team oversees day-to-day operations, ensuring effective controls against modern slavery and human trafficking.

This statement has been approved by the Board of BeFanz International Ltd.