The GEO Group is dedicated to a philosophy of corporate governance centered on a fair business code and ethics, diversity and inclusion, and leadership & professionalism.The GEO Group is dedicated to conducting business with honestly, respect and integrity. We pride ourselves on open commuication and transparency at all levels of the company.
Ongoing review of GEO’s cybersecurity capabilities and privacy practices, periodic review of
potential cyber vulnerabilities and remediation measures, if needed
Risk management of cybersecurity threats
Ongoing review and evaluation of GEO’s environmental sustainability initiatives
Corporate Governance
Political Contributions and Lobbying Expenditures
GEO’s Global Human Rights Policy was adopted to further the company’s long-standing commitment to the protection of the human rights of all persons in our care. The principles enunciated in the policy were informed by the Universal Declaration on Human Rights and the International Labour Organization’s 1998 Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.
In 2022, GEO conducted a Human Rights Due Diligence Assessment [HYPERLINK TO PDF]
GEO’s Whistleblower Program includes a strict Anti-Retaliation Policy that states GEO’s zero tolerance for retaliation against any employee who in good faith raises a concern or reports a violation or suspected violation of our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, policies, or employee handbook. GEO also does not tolerate retaliation against any employee who provides information or assists a government or law enforcement agency regarding a violation of law, or files, testifies, or participates in a legal proceeding relating to a violation of law.
GEO’s EEO Policy states our commitment to being an equal opportunity employer and to prohibiting discrimination against employees, applicants for employment, or any individuals providing services to GEO in the workplace under any category protected by federal, state, or local law.
The policy also states our commitment to ensuring
that qualified individuals with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended and other applicable laws are afforded a reasonable accommodation for their disability.
GEO’s Staff Misconduct Policy details procedures for the reporting and investigation of staff misconduct. GEO’s policy is to thoroughly investigate all allegations of staff misconduct. The Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR), at the direction of GEO’s General Counsel, serves as the central point of contact, so that employees,
GEO contractors, and other interested third parties have one location to report instances of misconduct. Every employee/contractor shall be able to report staff misconduct without fear of reprisal or retaliation.
GEO’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics (Code) is publicly available and is also available to our employees in local languages, such as Spanish. Specific sections of the Code articulate the company’s policies and guidelines with respect to compliance with anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws, government contracting, health and safety, conflicts of interest, accurate record-keeping, confidentiality, improper gifts, political contributions, anti-discrimination and anti-sexual harassment, reporting illegal and unethical behavior, and senior leadership roles and responsibilities for meeting disclosure and accounting requirements set by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
2025 Annual Shareholder Meeting
The GEO Group’s Board of Directors, CEO, and GEO stockholders attended the 2025 GEO Annual Shareholder Meeting held on April 29, 2025. GEO Stockholders were invited to attend the meeting and participate through a live audio webcast.
2024 Annual Shareholder Meeting
The GEO Group’s Board of Directors, Executive Chairman, CEO, and GEO stockholders attended the 2024 GEO Annual Shareholder Meeting held on May 3, 2024. GEO Stockholders were invited to attend the meeting and participate through a live audio webcast.
2023 Annual Shareholder Meeting
The GEO Group’s Board of Directors, Executive Chairman, CEO, and GEO stockholders attended the 2023 GEO Annual Shareholder Meeting held on April 28, 2023. GEO Stockholders were invited to attend the meeting and participate through a live audio webcast.
2022 Annual Shareholder Meeting
The GEO Group’s Board of Directors, Executive Chairman, CEO, and GEO stockholders attended the 2022 GEO Annual Shareholder Meeting held on April 26, 2022. GEO Stockholders were invited to attend the meeting and participate through a live audio webcast.