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...
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Slavery in our Own Backyard
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...
Facilitating Freedom: Maria’s Story
Through The 16 Days of Freedom so far, we have talked about the idea of imprisonment and modern slavery. But what is it actually like to live it? Sadly, these experiences are far...
Kickstarting 16 Days of Freedom from Violence
Addressing violence against women is a big deal. Think back to... 15. What were you doing at 15 years old? Were you discovering your new favourite band?...
Hotels and Slavery: Many Doors to Hide Behind
Hotels provide a service that centers around appeasing guests. Whether it’s employees like maids and room service, or amenities like restaurants and pools. This industry...
How Porn Leads to Sex Slavery
This is a difficult post to share, but children's access to sex violence via porn is a topic that needs to be addressed. Easy access to Porn for School Children Australia suffers...
Slavery in Armidale NSW
Slavery in Armidale - a Cult of Victims Rescued. For those who missed it, Australian authorities recently rescued 6 women from a man named, James Robert Davis. He had enslaved...
Day 10 – Free from Sex Trafficking in Australia
Sex Trafficking is not as common as forced labour and forced marriage in Australia, but it still happens. Here is a story from one of our survivors. - I am from Asia where I...
Day 5- Freedom from Sexual Servitude
An Australian story of a women caught in Sexual Servitude* Note: Sexual servitude can often start as domestic violence or rape within marriage. It becomes modern slavery when the...
Modern Slavery in War Zones
Modern slavery is rife in war zone countries. Therefore, rape, sexual slavery, forced prostitution, forced pregnancy, forced abortion, enforced sterilisation and forced marriage...