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:...
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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...
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...
Tariffs and Human Rights: Navigating Business in Turbulent Times
While the rise in tariffs and protectionism presents serious economic challenges, it also presents an opportunity: to reimagine global business practices around dignity, fairness, and resilience.
Hope in Regional Queensland
Hope and Hardship in Rural Queensland: Survivor Nick* Journey Towards Confidence and Connection Hope and hardship in rural Queensland are reflected in Nick’s experience. He was...
Modern Slavery in Australia: The Hidden Crisis We Can’t Ignore
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...
PALM Scheme Review
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...
Slavery is a Business Risk – New ICC Policy
This new ICC policy sets slavery as a severe international crime and a wake-up call to implement ethical labour practices for all workers.
Hannah’s Journey to Freedom; A Story of Resilience and Hope
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...
How Freeing Forced Labour Increases GDP – ILO Reports
A groundbreaking ILO report reveals that integrating forced labourers into the regular workforce could add $611 billion to global GDP. Discover how this shift could reshape economies and promote human rights.
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.
How To Shop Ethically For Christmas
Christmas Shopping that's Ethical The Christmas holiday season is fast approaching, and it can be easy to be swept up in all the shiny objects when you're shopping – especially...