Here you can find the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI)’s policies and guidelines as well as details on our grievance process.
Membership Policies and Guidance
Better Cotton Initiative Member Code of Practice
The Membership Code of Practice is what you commit to as a BCI Member. Each member must sign and adhere to the Code in the initial application process.
Better Cotton Initiative Terms of Membership
The Terms of Membership outlines terms of payment, adherence to the Code of Practice and termination of membership.
Better Cotton Initiative Anti-trust Policy
BCI intends to conduct its affairs in compliance with the applicable antitrust/competition laws of the United States, the states within the United States and other countries and jurisdictions.
Better Cotton Initiative Statutes
Better Cotton Initiative Statutes 2024
DownloadProgramme Policies
New Country Programme Policy
BCI’s New Country Programme Policy aplies to situations where there is interest to implement a BCI project in countries where BCI is currently not produced. Download the policy to learn more.
New Country Programme Policy 2022
DownloadData Privacy Policy
Protecting the privacy and security of your personal information is a priority at BCI, and we believe that a single, comprehensive privacy policy that is straightforward and clear is in the best interests of the BCI community.
Policy on Communicating Data
We are committed to ensuring that reliable data about BCI activities and licensed production, as well as demonstrated progress and results, are regularly communicated to BCI members, partners, producers, funders, and the public. This policy refers to the periodic communication of data by BCI.
Safeguarding
BCI has zero tolerance for any attitudes or behaviours that put our staff, those impacted by our programmes, or the wider community we work with at risk of harm.
Whistleblowing
BCI is committed to conducting its business with honesty and integrity and expects all staff to maintain high standards of work at all times. Any suspected wrongdoing must be reported as soon as possible.
Risk Policy
The BCI Risk Registration and Management Policy provides the framework through which the organisation aims to identify, register and manage risk.
Complaints
The BCI complaints management policy aims at providing a transparent, efficient and impartial process and mediation to address complaints.
Anyone that engages with BCI activities, people or programmes has the right to raise a complaint. Complaints can relate to any aspect of BCI and its activities, including third parties with a direct relationship with BCI.