SUPPORTING THE UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
Dextra Group are proud to be a participant of the UN Global Compact and supports the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The 17 UN SDGs are the foundation of a global plan for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future. They are an urgent call to action for us all to join forces in a global partnership – and they embody a universal recognition that we must all take action today to make a lasting positive impact on tomorrow.
Dextra Group are committed to ethical and sustainable business practices and adopting responsible behaviours that support are core values. This means we take account of our social, economic and environmental impact. CSR benefits the environment, our employees, customers and communities in which we operate, both locally and further afield.
We focus on 7 of the SDG’s where we feel we, as a company, can have the biggest impact and these are in synergy with our company core values:
Our Values offer us direction on a day-to-day basis, helping us to make correct decisions about how we manufacture our products, work with our clients, treat our team members, connect with our local communities and minimise our impact on the environment.
2 – Zero Hunger
Gillingham Foodbank believe that nobody in our community should have to face going hungry. That’s why they provide three days’ nutritionally balanced emergency food and support to local people who are referred to them in crisis. They are part of a nationwide network of foodbanks, supported by The Trussell Trust, working to combat poverty and hunger across the UK.
Dextra Group employees contributed towards a collection for Gillingham Foodbank prior to Christmas 2022 and donated an amazing 127.3kg. We also now do a rolling collection from employees and deliver to the food bank on a monthly basis.
3 – Good Health and Well Being
Employee wellbeing encompasses mental, physical, emotional, and economic health, influenced by workplace relationships, resources, and decisions. It is enhanced by a positive culture prioritising wellbeing, motivation, and benefits like financial support and health aids.
Financial benefits – increased employer pension contribution, pension workshops and retirement planning. Health benefits include well-being meetings, life insurance, corporate gym membership discount, Cash Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work scheme and Occupational Health.
4 – Quality Education
Our employees are our biggest asset. Our long-term business success depends on looking forward, sustainable human resources planning and personal professional development for all. Dextra Group is committed to continuous employee development via nationally accredited in-house training schemes and apprenticeships. In conjunction with their own community strategies, we also work with local schools and organisations to promote career opportunities and training and offer insight in to real life business operations for young people. Dextra Group aim’s to create a workplace that supports diversity and equal opportunities for all, and is committed to the health, safety and well being of our employees and visitors.
8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
As a privately owned company and one of the largest employers in our locality we have a responsibility to offer productive employment and decent work to our 500+ employees. Priority is given to protecting human rights, providing fair working conditions, promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and offering a platform for social dialogue. We aim to be a responsible business that meets the highest standards of ethics and professionalism. Dextra Group will always conduct business with integrity.
We seek out the most advantageous procurement route for all components, processes and business supplies. We check against important criteria like financial stability and environmental compliance, safety and fair dealing. We show respect towards employees and customers and follow anti-bribery and anti-corruption practices. Integrity is fundamental to what we do; building trust with our customers, suppliers and colleagues across the Group, promoting honest and open communication at all times.
9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
From the company’s inception, service, in its true meaning has been our mantra, priding ourselves to deliver an unrivalled industry leading service to our clients. We are committed to continuous product innovation through our dedicated R&D and Luminaire Design teams. Our continuing expertise in design and manufacturing has placed us at the forefront of the UK lighting industry for both standard and special products, specialising in many market sectors. ISO accreditation and an ongoing commitment to ‘Made in Britain’ and investment in the finest UK lighting manufacturing equipment available ensures high standards and quality throughout all levels of the company.
10 – Reduce Inequalities
We seek out the most advantageous procurement route for all components, processes and business supplies. We check against important criteria like financial stability and environmental compliance, safety and fair dealing. Dextra Group aim’s to create a workplace that supports diversity and equal opportunities for all, and is committed to the health, safety and well being of our employees and visitors.
Dextra Group is dedicated to protecting human rights. We are a committed equal opportunity employer and will abide by all fair labour practices and will ensure that our activities do not directly or indirectly violate human rights. We ensure our wages stay above the minimum living wage and are recognised as a Living Wage Employer. We have signed and proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge.
12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
Sustainability is at the forefront of our business operations. We are dedicated to driving down Britain’s CO2 footprint through a sector leading carbon sequestration programme and offering a full luminaire life cycle service to our clients.
Find out more via our Sustainable Manufacturing webpage.
Our Values offer us direction on a day-to-day basis, helping us to make correct decisions about how we manufacture our products, work with our clients, treat our team members, connect with our local communities and minimise our impact on the environment.
