Code of Conduct

The 10 Minute School Code of Conduct is one of the ways we put our values into practice. It’s built
around the belief that everything we do in connection with our work at 10 Minute School will be, and
should be, measured against the highest possible standards of ethical business conduct. Respect for our
students, followers, well-wishers, and for each other are foundational to our success, and this is
something we need to support every day.

So please do read the code with attention, and follow it both in spirit and letter, always bearing in mind
that each of us at 10 Minute School has a personal responsibility to incorporate, and to encourage each
other to incorporate, the principles of the code and values into our work.

Most importantly, if you have a question or ever doubt that one of your fellow team members or the
company as a whole may be falling short of our commitment, don’t be silent. We want – and need – to
hear from you.

Who needs to follow the Code?

We expect all of our employees to be fully aware of and follow the code. Failure to do so can result in
disciplinary action, which may include termination of employment. Moreover, while the code is
specifically written for our employees, we also expect those who may be temporarily assigned to
perform work or services for us to follow the code in connection with their work for us. Failure to do so
can result in termination of their relationship with 10 Minute School.

Purpose
This policy affirms 10 Minute School’s belief in responsible social and ethical behavior from all
employees. This code of conduct defines how our people should act on a day-to-day basis.

Codes:
Drugs and Alcohol: Our position on substance abuse is simple: It is incompatible with the health and
safety of our employees, and we don’t permit it. Consumption of alcohol or drugs is prohibited at our
offices. Illegal drugs in our offices or at sponsored events are strictly prohibited and subject to harsh
punishment.
Racism, Harassment, Discrimination, and Bullying: 10 Minute School prohibits discrimination,
harassment and bullying in any form – verbal, physical, or visual, as discussed more fully in our Sexual
Harassment Policy. If you believe you’ve been bullied, shamed, discriminated against, or harassed by
anyone at 10 Minute School, based on but not limited to, religion, sex, age, disability, appearance, work
performance or personal issues, we strongly encourage you to immediately report the incident to your
supervisor, Human Resources or both. Due action will be taken by the HR department.
Spending money wisely: Financial integrity and fiscal responsibility is more than accurate reporting of
our finances, though that’s certainly important. Each person at 10 Minute School– not just those directly
involved in Finance – has a role in making sure that money is appropriately spent, our financial records
are complete and accurate, and internal controls are honored.
Conflicts of Interest: In performing job duties, employees are expected to use their judgment to act, at
all times and in all ways, in the best interests of 10 Minute School. A "conflict of interest" exists when an
employee's personal interest interferes with the best interests of 10 Minute School.. Employees should
attempt to avoid potential conflicts of interests.
Health and Safety: 10MS wants to ensure a clean, safe and healthy work environment. Each employee
has responsibility for maintaining a safe and healthy workplace by following safety and health rules and
practices and reporting accidents, injuries and unsafe conditions, procedures, or behaviors. Violence and
threatening behaviors are not permitted.
Behavior: We expect our employees to act and maintain a high standard of integrity and
professionalism. Exercise fairness, equality, courtesy and sensitivity in dealing with other employees,
clients and our followers.
Gifts: Avoid the perception that any official work may be influenced by offering or accepting gifts. Under
no circumstances are employees to offer or accept money to and from any client on behalf of 10 Minute
School.
Clothing and Appearance: 10 Minute School is quite liberal regarding individuals’ choice of appearance
and condemns verbal judgment based on one’s appearance. However, employees are expected to wear
decent, clean and appropriate clothing inside the office and while representing the organization outside
the office.
Other jobs or business ventures: 10 Minute School supports the practice of employees engaging in
other jobs and entrepreneurships beside 10 Minute School. as long as it does not hinder their work here
or is a direct conflict of interest.
Criminal Acts: If any employee engages in activities that are deemed illegal by national and international
law, their employment will be immediately terminated. If an employee faces a criminal or civil lawsuit,
they will be immediately suspended and the suspension will only be revoked if and when they are
cleared of all charges by the court. Subscription to terrorist groups or illegal political organizations,
possession of illegal substances will also result in immediate termination. 10 Minute School is committed
to cooperate with the law enforcement agency in case of any legal procedure against any of its
employees.
Any employee, who raises a complaint or discloses an alleged breach of the Code, whilst following
correct reporting procedures, will not be disadvantaged or prejudiced. All reports will be dealt with in a
timely and confidential manner. 10 Minute School expects cooperation from all employees in conducting
themselves in a professional, ethical and socially acceptable manner of the highest standards. Any
employee in breach of this policy may be subject to disciplinary actions, including termination.
Policy on Sexual Harassment and Misconduct

10 Minute School is committed towards protecting its employees and stakeholders from all kinds of
physical, social and psychological harms. Protection from sexual abuse, harassment or misconduct is our
top priority. With that vision, 10 Minute School intends to establish the following Policy on Sexual
Harassment. This policy is binding for all employees as soon as they join for service and applies to
misconducts committed against both employees and non- employees, inside or outside office
premises.

What Is Sexual Harassment?

Sexual advances, invitations or expressions through physical, verbal or other forms of communication
without the consent of the recipient is considered Sexual Harassment or Sexual Misconduct. This
includes, but is not limited to, the following acts:

1. Touching or attempting to touch any part of an individual’s body or clothing with sexual intent
without the consent of the recipient
2. Any form of unwelcome contact including but not limited to hugging, kissing, pinching, poking an
individual without their consent. Repeatedly standing too close to or brushing up against a person
without their consent
3. Usage of power, position, money, blackmail or fear to extract sexual favors. This also includes
conditioning promotions, awards, training or other job benefits upon acceptance of unwelcome
actions of a sexual nature
4. Threatening with sexual abuse
5. To call someone by inappropriate names with sexual intent
6. To comment on someone’s body, looks, clothing, age, or personal life with sexual intent or in a
derogatory or objectifying manner or a manner that makes them uncomfortable
7. To make verbal noises (eg whistling, kissing noise etc) suggestive of sexual intent
8. To ask private questions about one’s body or sex life without their permission
9. Suggestive jokes which are sexual in nature
10. Insisting on building romantic relationship even after repeated rejections
11. To repeatedly spread rumors about one’s sexual life or history
12. Sharing or exposing unsolicited imagery containing nudity, sexual intercourse or any artwork
suggestive of sex through online or offline mediums
13. Exposing oneself physically to another person without their consent
14. Stalking and following a person consistently
15. Repeatedly and obsessively disturbing someone online or over phone
16. Repeatedly subjecting a person to unwelcome sexual or romantic attention, including
inappropriate compliments which are sexual in nature
17. Showing sexual gestures with hands or body
18. Recording someone’s photo, video or audio recording which contains nudity or sexually explicit
content and sharing them without their consent
19. Presenting gifts that indicate sexual intent
20. Verbal abuse of a sexual nature
21. Insults based on the sex of the worker.
Our policies:

Zero Tolerance: 10 Minute School has a Zero Tolerance Policy on cases of sexual harassment. If found
guilty, the employee will be immediately suspended and all ties between the organization and the
perpetrator will be severed. All employees will be notified of this suspension through email and will be
requested to sever ties with the perpetrator. Even if the misconduct had taken place before the
perpetrator joined service, the same punishment will apply.

Evidence and Testimony: In cases of sexual harassment, the victim’s testimony will be considered with
utmost priority. In cases of online harassment, screenshots or audio-visual recordings will be admissible
as evidence.

Victim Protection: Victims will be assisted in reporting the misconduct to the authorities and even to the
police if the victim deems necessary. Victims will be kept anonymous in all official communications. Any
attempts at silencing the victim with coercion, shaming, threat or reward will be considered culpable to the
same degree as the crime itself. If the victim is an employee, we will ensure their complete rehabilitation
in the organization with full dignity. Any sort of shaming or guilt-tripping against the victim after the trial will
be deemed punishable as well.

Gender Equity Team: An independent gender equity team comprised of 5 members will be charged to
listen to all complaints of sexual assault, abuse, and misconduct. This team will autonomously investigate
all complaints and provide verdicts accordingly. This team’s verdict will be absolute and irrevocable,
unless any new piece of evidence or testimony comes to light later on. The equity team will also provide
regular equity briefings, specially to new employees to promote gender friendly behavior in our work
spaces.

Conclusion: Sexual harassment harms a person’s mental health and social life to a paramount degree. It
affects that individual’s dignity, work performance and ability to self-actualize. It creates a toxic work
environment, unsafe for all employees. Hence, strict enforcement of this policy through all branches,
departments and teams is an utmost priority for 10 Minute School. With the help of all the employees in
the enforcement of this policy, we can build a safe work environment in our organization and can help the
education of the country in a more meaningful way.

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Signature of employee Tasnuva Nadia
Head of HR
10MS Limited