Mattel operates in some regions of the world where social, economic, and political factors could introduce risks to human rights and working conditions. As such, our Human Rights Principles set forth our commitment to respect the rights provided in the International Bill of Human Rights, the principles supported by the United Nations' Universal Declaration on Human Rights, and the International Labour Organization's (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.
We also work with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) globally to help address working conditions, combat modern slavery and child labor, and improve livelihoods. As a member of the Mekong Club, an association of private sector companies in the retail, manufacturing, hospitality, and banking sectors, we are working together to eliminate modern slavery.
As part of our commitment to eliminating modern slavery and child labor, we support International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions 138 and 182 on the prohibition of child labor and 29 and 105 on the elimination of forced or mandatory labor. Our approach is modeled on recognized standards such as the ILO standards and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. We are committed to working closely with our suppliers to combat modern slavery, child labor, and human trafficking and to help them identify risks and manage such risks proactively.
Human Rights Principles (PDF)
As part of our commitment to eliminating modern slavery and child labor, we continue to take actions to promote ethical business practices and policies that protect workers from being abused and exploited in any form, including but not limited to modern slavery, human trafficking, state-imposed forced labor, etc.
Below is the annual statement that we publish discussing efforts we make on this front.
2024 Modern Slavery Statement (PDF)
2023 UK Modern Slavery Statement (PDF)
2023 Canada Fighting Against Forced Labour Report
Conflict-Free Minerals Position (PDF)