Anti-Slavery Day 2026 is on 18th October, and at Hope for Justice and Slave-Free Alliance, this year we will be hosting a week of events and campaigns in the lead-up to it, from Monday 12th October, which individuals and organisations can take part in.
Among the events is a free screening of the film ‘Still Hope’, which draws on real stories of trafficking survivors helped by one of our partner organisation in the United States. The film offers a powerful insight into the realities of exploitation while highlighting the hope that can be found through recovery and restoration.
“Hope, a teenager from a quiet community, finds herself in danger when a new ‘friend’ abducts her into sex trafficking. After years of abuse, Hope finally finds freedom and reunites with the family that never gave up looking for her. Though now safe, she struggles adjusting to her old life. Hope’s journey is inspired by true stories and powerfully illustrates the courage it takes to find healing after life’s darkest moments.”
Still Hope (2026) | Official Website
The screening will take place at Central Hall Manchester on Oldham Street, with doors open from 6.30pm. Tickets are free, but must be reserved in advance:
The event, which we are calling Hope Gathering Manchester, will also be a great opportunity to connect with others who are passionate about the issue of modern slavery, enjoy light food and drinks, learn more about the impact of our work at Hope for Justice, meet some of the team, and consider how we can make a difference together.
Whether you’ve been part of what we do for a long time, or if you’re curious to hear more, you are welcome to attend.
We hope you will also use Anti-Slavery Week as an opportunity to raise awareness of the fact that more than 49.6 million people in the world today, and an estimated 122,000 people in the UK, are trapped in conditions of modern slavery. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Anti-Slavery Day is a time to encourage governments, businesses, friends, family and colleagues to do what they can to prevent human trafficking and protect victims of modern-day slavery.
