FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SOC a Strong and Continued Supporter of Industry-Wide Standards and Accountability Practices
Company CEO signs ICoCA Articles of Association as SOC pledges continued commitment to ethical and compliant practices around the world.
Chantilly, VA. (October. 1, 2013)– SOC LLC., a leading provider of mission support services around the world, today announced that company president John DiMarco formally endorsed and signed the Articles of Association for the International Code of Conduct Association (ICoCA). The ICoCA is a multi-stakeholder association of governments, corporations and non- governmental organizations tasked with overseeing compliance for providers of private security services. The purpose of the ICoCA is to promote the responsible provision of security services and respect for human rights as well as national and international law. As of its formation on Sept. 20, 2013, the ICoCA will have 135 industry members from around the world.
“We have long supported the development and now the formal launch of the ICoCA,” said DiMarco. “Our partnership with the ICoCA serves as a cornerstone of our commitment to the respect of human rights and international law.”
Company spokesman Derek Johnson added, “SOC is a firm believer in the purpose and values of this organization. We will not waver in our adherence to ethics and accountability in everything that we do, and we look forward to working with the ICoCA, industry peers, members of civil society, and human rights advocates in calling for greater integrity and transparency across the industry. ”
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SOC provides integrated security and mission support to government agencies and commercial clientele around the world. The company stands out for its ability to deliver comprehensive solutions that assure safe and effective operations in the United States and in austere environments that span the globe. SOC balances its capabilities and competencies with a firm adherence to its values of safety, integrity, diversity and success.
