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Wage Theft Happens in Australia
Australia has introduced tougher laws to combat wage theft. How will this affect you? These changes are designed to protect workers and hold businesses accountable, but they also come with serious consequences for those who fail to comply. Here’s what you need to know—and how to stay ahead.
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.
Creating Social Value in Business
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.
Australian Government’s Response to Modern Slavery: Progress or Delay?

Ethical Business Q3 Update 2022
Oct 11, 2022 | Donor Newsletters, Ending Modern Slavery, Social Impact Report
Ethical Business is our Business Our Ethical Business Training and Consulting work continues to grow with the increasing need for businesses to work with experienced anti-slavery...

Social Purpose Impact – Q1 2022
Apr 14, 2022 | Ethical Events, News & Articles, Social Impact Report, Waterloo Cafe
Purpose has become more important than ever over the last two years. How has consumer spending changed toward purpose, and what is The Freedom Hub doing to leverage this...

Partner to End Modern Slavery – Impact Report Q1 2022
Apr 12, 2022 | Ethical Business, News & Articles
Partner to end Modern Slavery? How has the pandemic made this a huge battle? The third arm of our social purpose is to 'partner in the fight to end global slavery.'...

Survivor School Rebuild 2022
Apr 11, 2022 | Survivor News
It's a Rebuild of confidence, lost dreams, and hopes for the future. How Q1 has been a huge challenge for our survivors. Many of us are unsure or not confident about going out or...

Who’s Making That Chocolate You’re Eating?
Apr 3, 2022 | Child Labour, Ethical Business, Forced Labour, Slavery in Cocoa
The chocolate industry makes an estimated $103 billion globally each year. As a result, there are greedy individuals willing to take shortcuts if it means more money in their...

Company Boards: Ramp up your Modern Slavery Response
Mar 20, 2022 | About Modern Slavery, Ending Modern Slavery, Ethical Business, News & Articles
In a progressive milestone for human rights, for the first time in Australia, thousands of entities have submitted their first modern slavery statement in response to the Modern...

Australia’s Five-Year Plan to Stop Modern Slavery: A Check-In
Mar 20, 2022 | About Modern Slavery, Ending Modern Slavery, Ethical Business, News & Articles
The Australian Government has created several action plans and frameworks to combat and prevent the gruelling practices of modern slavery. At the end of 2020, Australia...

Are your solar panels ethically sourced?
Mar 20, 2022 | About Modern Slavery, Ending Modern Slavery, Ethical Business, News & Articles
The environmental crisis is spurring people worldwide to alter their everyday lives to combat climate change. To fight dwindling natural resources and prevent the environment...

Paper Promises. How to Ramp up Business Response to Modern slavery
Feb 23, 2022 | About Modern Slavery, Ending Modern Slavery, Ethical Business, News & Articles
Modern Slavery Statements are pouring into the Australian register. But are they making an impact on modern slavery? The Issue New insights have just been delivered in an...

Now That I’m Free
Dec 6, 2021 | 16Days of Freedom, News & Articles, Survivor News
Freedom is defined as the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants; a state of not being imprisoned or enslaved. For many of us, the idea of 'being free' might evoke...

Slavery in our Own Backyard
Dec 4, 2021 | 16Days of Freedom, Forced Labour, News & Articles, Sex Slavery
Slavery is happening in our backyard. It is not a distant concern for developing nations. It is present and prevalent here on Australian shores. Behind the closed doors of many...