Whistleblower portal
AVA is committed to fostering a workplace grounded in transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct. This portal provides a safe and confidential way to report concerns about misconduct or unethical behaviour.
What you can report
Fraud, theft, or corruption
Any dishonest activity involving financial misconduct, theft of assets, or abuse of position for personal gain.
Harassment, discrimination, or bullying
Unwelcome conduct, unfair treatment, or behaviour that creates a hostile or intimidating work environment.
Health & safety risks
Situations or practices that may endanger the health, safety, or wellbeing of employees, clients, or the public.
Misuse of company resources
Improper or unauthorised use of AVA’s funds, systems, equipment, or information.
Breaches of confidentiality
Unauthorised disclosure or improper handling of sensitive company, client, or employee information.
Violations of AVA’s Code of Ethics or Misconduct Policy
Any actions that conflict with AVA’s established ethical standards, policies, or professional conduct requirements.
Our reporting channels
We provide multiple ways to speak up, ensuring that you can share information in the way that feels most comfortable and secure for your specific situation.
Anonymity & confidentiality
You may submit your report anonymously. AVA does not log IP addresses or track identifying information. All reports are handled confidentially and shared only on a strict need‑to‑know basis.
Protection against retaliation
AVA strictly prohibits any retaliation against individuals who report concerns in good faith.
False or malicious reports
Deliberately false or malicious reports are not protected and may lead to disciplinary action.
How reports are handled
Understanding what happens after you submit a report is crucial for building trust. We follow a standardized, fair, and documented procedure for every concern raised.
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Report received
Your report is received by AVA’s HR or Ethics Committee for formal review.
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Acknowledgement
If contact details are provided, receipt is acknowledged within five business days.
3.
Investigation
An impartial and confidential investigation is conducted.
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Corrective action
Appropriate corrective action is taken where findings warrant intervention.
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Outcome feedback
Where possible, limited feedback on the outcome is shared with the reporter.