Owen – a Temporary Migrant Worker Enslaved in Australia
A towering 6ft 7, it’s hard to imagine that anyone could exploit him. However, Owen* endured years of forced labour in regional Australia.
Australian Government’s Response to Modern Slavery: Progress or Delay?
Written by: Sally Irwin The Australian Government’s response to the independent review of the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth) is a step forward—but not a leap. Accepting or agreeing in principle to 25 out of 30 recommendations from Professor John McMillan’s review, the...
The Global 16 Days of Activism: Why It Matters
Written by: Zainab Attarwali The Global 16 Days of Activism Campaign is a powerful movement calling for the elimination of gender-based violence (GBV). Launched in 1991 by the Center for Women’s Global Leadership (CWGL) and feminist leaders at the first Women’s Global...
Have a Merry, Ethical Christmas: The Truth Behind Our Festive Foods
Written by: Zainab Attarwali As we gather to celebrate the holidays with joy-filled meals, it's easy to overlook where our festive foods come from and who might be impacted by their production. In Australia, much of the seafood on our plates and the produce on our...
Beyond Compliance: Three Aussie Businesses Raising the Bar for Human Rights
Businesses can make a real impact in the fight against modern slavery. Discover three businesses leading the way in their human rights responses.
Christmas with Conscience: How to Gift Ethically This Season
Written by: Zainab Attarwali With the joy-filled festive season right around the corner, it’s easy to dive into gift shopping without thinking about the impact it might have on the individuals who make them. This year, why not choose gifts that bring happiness to your...
United Nations World Humanitarian Day 2024
Written by: Zainab Attarwali On 19 August, the world comes together to honour those who dedicate their lives to humanitarian work, often at great personal risk. This World Humanitarian Day, we reflect on the shared mission of all humanitarians: to protect and uphold...
UN Day Against Trafficking 2024
Written by: Zainab Attarwali As the world commemorates UN World Day Against Trafficking in Persons on 30th July, it is crucial to remember that human trafficking is a severe breach of fundamental human rights and a global issue that affects every community and...
World Day Against Child Labour 2024
World Day Against Child Labour 2024 Every year, 12 June is World Day Against Child Labour, a day dedicated to raising awareness and driving efforts to eliminate child labour worldwide. In 2024, the theme is "Let’s act on our commitments: End Child Labour!" This year...
Fashion Week 2024
Australian Fashion Week 2024 We take the time to remember the tragic Rana Plaza collapse which took the lives of 1,132 people, mostly garment workers, in Bangladesh 10 years ago. "I managed to rescue her and I remember extracting sharp metals out of her face...