Ethical Business Articles

Child Labour: The Reality in 2025

World Day Against Child Labour 2025: Accelerating Action to End Exploitation The reality of child labour in 2025 is detailed in this article. But let's start with an example: Survivor Story – A Child’s Ordeal: Moni was only a young teenager when she was drugged and...

How Investors Can take Action Against Modern Slavery

"... where you invest your resources and energy matters. Strong stewardship involves asking not ‘what actions you took?’, but rather, ‘what you achieved as a result of those actions?’ Action is a choice. And so is inaction." - Chris Evans Anti Slavery Commissioner Are...

Forced Labour in Scam Centres

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 Hollywood...

Signs of Forced Marriage in the Workplace

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...

EU Forced Labour – 6 Things You Need to Know

Jan 29, 2025 | Ethical Business, Ethical Business Newsletters, Forced Labour

The EU announce Forced Labour Regulation banning the sale of products made with forced labour. Here are 6 things you need to know.

Beware of Free Coffee

Jan 28, 2025 | Ending Modern Slavery, Forced Labour, Slavery in Coffee, Slavery on Farms

In today’s economy a free or cheap coffee can be irresistible. But is Cost more than you think Please read this and consider whether you are willing to support the bigger values of human rights, environmental impact and economic fairness.

Survivor-Informed Approaches in Business

Jan 28, 2025 | Ethical Business Newsletters

Businesses have a unique opportunity to impact modern slavery figures simply by the way they form their policies and apply them to have an impact on humanity. They can also create workplaces that are not only compliant but compassionate.

Owen – a Temporary Migrant Worker Enslaved in Australia

Jan 18, 2025 | Forced Labour, Slavery on Farms, Stats and Facts about Modern Slavery, Survivor News

A towering 6ft 7, it’s hard to imagine that anyone could exploit him. However, Owen* endured years of forced labour in regional Australia.

Creating Social Value in Business

Jan 17, 2025 | Ethical Business Newsletters

In a world increasingly driven by social impact and sustainability, businesses have a unique opportunity to lead the charge. By embedding ethical practices and Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) strategies, companies don’t just meet regulatory standards; they create lasting social value. Whether adopting transparent supply chains or championing fair labour practices, these initiatives resonate with customers, stakeholders, and employees alike.