Policies

Given Auliq’s scope, mission, and structure (including investment management, advisory, philanthropy, and partnerships), the following policy framework is essential to guide its operations ethically, legally, and effectively.

Core Policies for Auliq

1. Impact Investment Policy

  • Defines criteria and standards for social/environmental impact.
  • Outlines alignment with SDGs and ESG integration.
  • Details impact measurement, reporting, and evaluation methodologies.

2. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Policy

  • Integrates ESG factors into all investment and business decisions.
  • Sets minimum ESG standards for partners, portfolio companies, and subsidiaries.
  • Links to sustainability goals and responsible investment principles (e.g., PRI).

3. Ethics and Integrity Policy / Code of Conduct

  • Sets the tone for transparency, objectivity, professionalism, and integrity.
  • Covers internal behavior, client relations, and external partnerships.
  • Includes whistleblower provisions and conflict of interest guidelines.

4. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policy

  • Formalizes Auliq's CSR principles.
  • Outlines methods for leveraging business for social impact.
  • Describes grant-making, community engagement, and philanthropic commitments.

5. Sustainable Investment and Climate Risk Policy

  • Addresses climate risk assessment in financial decisions.
  • Incorporates frameworks like TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures).
  • Promotes investments in climate resilience, renewable energy, and sustainable agriculture.

Governance and Compliance Policies

6. Risk Management Policy

  • Covers investment risk, operational risk, reputational risk, and ESG risk.
  • Ensures proactive identification and mitigation strategies.

7. Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) Policy

  • Required for financial and investment institutions.
  • Prevents misuse of funds for illicit activities.

8. Ethical and Anti-Corruption Policy

  • Critical given the global, cross-sector investment activities.

9. Compliance and Regulatory Policy

  • Ensures adherence to international and local laws across all jurisdictions Auliq operates in.
  • Covers financial, tax, environmental, and labor regulations.

10. Conflict of Interest Policy

  • Prevents unethical decision-making in investments, grants, and partnerships.
  • Applies to board members, executives, and advisory teams.

Operational and Transparency Policies

11. Investment Advisory and Discretionary Management Policy

  • Clarifies fiduciary duties and roles in discretionary vs. non-discretionary services.
  • Establishes governance for advisory subsidiaries.

12. Transparency and Disclosure Policy

  • Mandates clear reporting on impact outcomes, financial performance, and ESG metrics.
  • Builds trust with stakeholders, especially institutional investors and grantees.

13. Data Protection and Privacy Policy

  • Safeguards sensitive investor, partner, and beneficiary data.
  • Ensures compliance with GDPR or other applicable regulations.

Partnership and Community Engagement Policies

14. Partnership and Collaboration Policy

  • Sets criteria for selecting impact-driven partners.
  • Ensures alignment with Auliq’s values, mission, and social return objectives.

15. Grantmaking and Philanthropy Policy

  • Outlines grant criteria, processes, and impact expectations.
  • Ensures fairness, transparency, and mission alignment.

16. Stakeholder Engagement Policy

  • Promotes inclusive dialogue with communities, governments, and beneficiaries.
  • Encourages co-creation in project development and execution.

Internal HR and Operations Policies

17. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Policy

  • Promotes equitable treatment and inclusion across the institution.
  • Enhances cultural sensitivity, especially in global operations.

18. Remote Work and Flexible Work Policy

  • Reflects modern operational needs, especially in global, collaborative teams.

19. Whistleblower Protection Policy

  • Ensures safe channels for reporting misconduct or ethical violations.

Standard Legal & Consumer-Facing Policies

(These apply to any modern enterprise, especially those handling data and transactions)

  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy
  • Copyright / Intellectual Property Policy
  • Refund Policy (if applicable for any digital services or reports)