Modern slavery is a major injustice in our world. Due to the hidden nature of modern slavery, it can be incredibly hard to identify and quantify. Yet, it is estimated that almost 50 million[1] people are trapped in modern slavery today. This is an increase of almost 10 million more people in the last 5 - Page 32
The Police Foundation's "Strategic Review of Policing in England & Wales" recommends key changes to policing that would impact the fight against modern slavery - Page 32
A 12-year-old girl has reclaimed her childhood after police rescued her from domestic work and abuse in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. - Page 32
A survivor of forced marriage and sexual exploitation says she has been given “a second chance at life” after being forced to marry and give birth at age 15. - Page 32
11-year-old Sena* was abandoned and trafficked, but is now on a completely different path after participating in lessons at a Hope for Justice Lighthouse. - Page 32
At least 33 businesses unknowingly paid a criminal gang who placed hundreds of victims of modern slavery on construction sites, an investigation has found. - Page 32
On September 7th, government agencies and representatives from 13 NGOs met in Capitol Hill offices for a roundtable meeting on H.R. 8672, the Trafficking Survivors Relief Act (TSRA). The working group was called to discuss the passage of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) in the Senate and to discuss new goals and priorities for - Page 32
A survivor of modern slavery who was exploited by a criminal gang has finally been granted Universal Credit after wrongfully being denied the benefit. - Page 32
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This year, our West Yorkshire team have been heavily involved in a Community Development Project alongside local partners, to assist groups vulnerable to trafficking in the area. What started as a small initiative has gained recognition and popularity and has grown into a project making a real difference. POMOC, which means ‘help’ in Slovak, Czech - Page 32