May 23, 2025 | Article, Forced Labour
Forced to Scam: The Hidden Slavery Behind Online Fraud In a dark and rising form of modern slavery, tens of thousands of people across Southeast Asia are being trafficked, imprisoned, and forced to scam unsuspecting victims, like us, online. This isn’t a...
May 21, 2025 | About Modern Slavery, Ending Modern Slavery, Forced Marriage
Determined to reclaim her life and recover after a traumatic past. After surviving the trauma of modern slavery, Lina* turned to The Freedom Hub, determined to rebuild her life. With no support network and feeling deeply isolated, she faced her new beginning alone. At...
May 21, 2025 | Article, Ethical Business Newsletters, Forced Marriage
Signs of Forced Marriage in the Workplace Forced marriage is the most commonly reported form of modern slavery in Australia. While it’s often associated with supply chains, it can also occur here — in our workplaces. Both employers and workers play a key role in...
Mar 19, 2025 | About Modern Slavery, Forced Marriage
From Struggle to Success: Sasha’s Journey to Pursuing Her Dreams Sasha’s* journey into adulthood was not what she expected growing up in Sydney. Sasha arrived in Australia as a young child and enjoyed being surrounded by her community. She never imagined...
Mar 18, 2025 | About Modern Slavery, Article
We can not ignore this issue – and today is an important reminder. (written by Sally Irwin) “It was a moment that forever changed my understanding of the world. Years ago, while living in Berlin, Germany, I encountered individuals trapped in conditions...
Mar 13, 2025 | Article, Ethical Business, Ethical Business Newsletters, Forced Labour, Slavery on Farms
PALM Scheme Review: How you can Contribute to the Review The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) is currently conducting an important Review of the Impact of the PALM Scheme Deed and Guidelines Settings, with a focus on improving key aspects of the...
Feb 13, 2025 | About Modern Slavery, Article, Slavery in DV, Survivor News
Hannah* and her mum were excited about visiting their cultural homeland and planned the trip with her father. However, as the journey drew nearer, they began to realise that he had no intention of bringing them back to Australia. So they planned an escape. The night...
Jan 29, 2025 | Ethical Business, Ethical Business Newsletters, Forced Labour
EU Forced Labour Regulation: What You Need to Know & How to Prepare On 12 December 2024, the EU announced the Forced Labour Regulation (FLR), which bans the sale of products made with forced labour within the EU market. Effective in 2027, this regulation targets...
Jan 28, 2025 | Ending Modern Slavery, Forced Labour, Slavery in Coffee, Slavery on Farms
Beware of Free Coffee – it Costs More than You Think! In today’s economy, the allure of a free or cheap coffee is undeniable. Whether it’s a complimentary cup at a conference, a promotional giveaway, or simply opting for the least expensive brew,...
Jan 18, 2025 | Forced Labour, Slavery on Farms, Stats and Facts about Modern Slavery, Survivor News
Owen: The Gentle Giant Enslaved in Forced Labour Owen * is a towering 6ft 7, with his imposing stature, it’s hard to imagine anyone could exploit him. However, Owen was enslaved in forced labour in regional Australia for years. Originally from a Pacific Island, Owen...
