b'2023 AusLSAOUR PEOPLE OUR ENVIRONMENT OUR COMMUNITY OUR GOVERNANCESUSTAINABILITY SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS: SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS: SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS: SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS:PROFILE At W+K we take seriously our role as a responsible globalW+K is committed to making a difference in peoples lives throughW+K is committed to efficient, economical, ethical and citizen. We have an active Environment & Sustainabilityour pro bono and responsible business program - Communityenvironmentally sustainable practices. In 2023, W+K was Committee which helps drive our environmental initiativesFootprint. We use our expertise to create a fairer and more inclusiveawarded a silver medal in recognition of sustainability and raise awareness of environmental and sustainabilitysociety through our pro bono work and our community partnerships. achievement by EcoVadis. W+K considers the ethical issues. Reducing inequalities and ensuring no-one is left behind are integralimplications of our procurement activities and seeks to We have an externally certified Environmental Managementto achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Ourpartner with suppliers that uphold the human rights of System to drive sustainability from within the firm. We haveCommunity Footprint program focusses on SDG 5 Gender Equality,workers in their operations and supply chains and treat identified our firms key environmental impacts (energySDG 10 Reduced Inequalities, SDG 13 Climate Action, and SDG 16workers with utmost dignity and respect. More specifically, consumption, paper use, business travel, waste to landfill andPeace, Justice and Strong Institutions.we require our suppliers to comply with our Supplier Code of sustainable products) and developed a detailed plan toConduct to Address Modern Slavery.address them. Supporting the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoplesW+K actively works to ensure that we meet all requirements is a priority of our program. Our pro bono efforts are focussed onin areas where regulations guide our work. Our business Our firm Environmental & Sustainability Policy is externallyremoving systemic barriers to improve justice outcomes andrelies on a range of specialist skills, including Legal, Financial, published and we are now Paperlite, replacing paper withimproving access to the legal system.Information Technology, People and Supplier practices. All electronic alternatives. W+K is carbon neutral. We haveWe have formed long-term partnerships with charities acrossprofessionals within the business are responsible for completed an audit of our greenhouse gas emissions and weAustralia and New Zealand to focus our advocacy, fundraising andmaintaining licensing and professional accreditations as are working with an external consultant to achieve full carbonvolunteering efforts. We started a new partnership in FY23 withactive practicing professionals. Across the business, we are neutral certification with Climate Active. Indigenous Literacy Foundation to deepen our appreciation ofalso guided by relevant legislative and compliance In February 2023, Wotton + Kearney was awarded a silverAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples languages, historiesframeworks that inform the policies and practices of the firm medal in recognition of sustainability achievement byand cultures.In 2023 we launched our Reflect Reconciliation Actionand the day to day work of our people. EcoVadis, the worlds largest and most trusted provider ofPlan. Our RAP shows how we intend to stand with our First Nations business sustainability ratings. people to build a better future for everyone.CLIMATEINDIGENOUSCODE OF CONDUCT ACTIONRECONCILIATION /RISK MANAGEMENTINITIATIVES:TelecommutingGreen Star rated buildings 4-6 starTeleconferencingINITIATIVES: facilities and trainingEarth HourEnd of trip facilitiesClimate Active Reconciliation Action PlanCultural awareness trainingNAIDOC Week ProgramClimate Active - Carbon NeutralEfficient building and National Reconciliation WeekPro bono supportVolunteering and lighting automation secondmentsFunding and donationsIndigenous Literacy DayGROSS EMISSIONS NON LEGALSUSTAINABLE SUPPLY 812t - 1.5t per employee VOLUNTEERING %CHAIN MANAGEMENT0% 0.13% 185t23% INITIATIVES:NFP BoardsOrganised staff volunteeringPaid volunteer timeSecondments to NFPsSkilled volunteering programCommunity volunteeringCPD for 75% 1.9% community sector lawyers627t77% SUPPLIER STANDARDS COVER: 1 .2t/e e e 0 . 0 3t/e e e CHARITABLE Human rightsEnvironmental impactsFair labour practicesModern y po yGIVING % Slaveryplo m lm0% 100%SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES:Firm donation programWorkplace givingMatched fundingfor employee REPORTINGdonationsInternal appeals and collectionsExternal charity events and appeals NET EMISSIONSHost external charity events0t - 0t per employee REPORTING COVERS:LEGAL Standalone ESG/ sustainability reportENVIRONMENTAL PRO BONO MANAGEMENT These icons provide limited information about the firms legal pro bono commitment. More extensive INITIATIVES:information is reported by the Australian Pro BonoWorld Environment Day Centre and on individual firms websites.Click for further information from AusLSA:RECYCLING100% 100% 50% 33% OFFICESPAPER8,910 29% USAGE 1 R7 .0kg/emplo y e e e c cled con nty t eINITIATIVES:Paperlite office programGreen accredited paper purchase specificationFollow me printingRecycled paper purchase specificationPAPER CERTIFICATION:Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC) certifiedPEFC Australian Forestry standard141'