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Who we are
Walk Free is an international human rights group focussed on the eradication of modern slavery, in all its forms, in our lifetime.
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How we work
We independently and unashamedly agitate for change and pioneer research that reinforces the need for change in the world.
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What is modern slavery?
Modern slavery is an umbrella term, which encompasses several types of exploitation, including forced labour, human trafficking and forced marriage.
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What does it mean?
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What we do
What we do
Strengthening Systems
Eradicating modern slavery requires strong governments, a committed international community, and measures to hold these systems to account.
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Related projects
Global Slavery Index
Global Estimates of Modern Slavery
Promising Practices
Making modern slavery socially unacceptable
Modern slavery will never be eradicated unless we tackle the social norms and discrimination that drive these forms of exploitation.
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Related projects
Global Freedom Network
Faith For Freedom phone app
The Freedom Fund
Women and Girls
Eradicating slavery from all supply chains
Our interconnected world has increased the risk of exploitation throughout global supply chains – we must hold tackle these hidden forms of exploitation to eradicate modern slavery.
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Related projects
Bali Process Government and Business Forum
Business & Investor Toolkit
Strengthening supply chain transparency
Resources
News
Make a Difference
About Walk Free
Who we are
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Who we are
Walk Free is an international human rights group focussed on the eradication of modern slavery, in all its forms, in our lifetime.
Read more
Also on this page
Our story
Our team
Partners
How we work
Back
How we work
We independently and unashamedly agitate for change and pioneer research that reinforces the need for change in the world.
Read more
Also on this page
Our impact
Our approach
What is modern slavery?
Back
What is modern slavery?
Modern slavery is an umbrella term, which encompasses several types of exploitation, including forced labour, human trafficking and forced marriage.
Read more
Also on this page
What does it mean?
Where it exists
What we do
Strengthening Systems
Back
Strengthening Systems
Eradicating modern slavery requires strong governments, a committed international community, and measures to hold these systems to account.
Read more
Related projects
Global Slavery Index
Global Estimates of Modern Slavery
Promising Practices
Making modern slavery socially unacceptable
Back
Making modern slavery socially unacceptable
Modern slavery will never be eradicated unless we tackle the social norms and discrimination that drive these forms of exploitation.
Read more
Related projects
Global Freedom Network
Faith For Freedom phone app
The Freedom Fund
Women and Girls
Eradicating slavery from all supply chains
Back
Eradicating slavery from all supply chains
Our interconnected world has increased the risk of exploitation throughout global supply chains – we must hold tackle these hidden forms of exploitation to eradicate modern slavery.
Read more
Related projects
Bali Process Government and Business Forum
Business & Investor Toolkit
Strengthening supply chain transparency
Resources
News
Make a Difference
News
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Australia needs stronger modern slavery laws to protect workers and businesses
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How brands and consumers can fight modern slavery and child labour in fashion
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Australia’s refugee policies risk fuelling modern slavery as Albanese Government and Dutton Opposition push controversial bills
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Canada needs a stronger forced labour import ban
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Colombia moves closer to banning child marriage to protect vulnerable girls and fight modern slavery
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EU approves new law banning sale of products made with forced labour
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2024 G20 Summit in Brazil unites world leaders to tackle modern slavery and high-risk imports
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Displacement of migrant workers in Lebanon increases risk of modern slavery
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Milestone in Australia’s fight against modern slavery with new Anti-Slavery Commissioner appointed
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November 5 vote could mark a turning point in ending forced labour in US prisons
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UK Government strengthens Temporary Permission to Stay policy for survivors of human trafficking and modern slavery
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Investors are vital in enabling remedy for modern slavery to survivors
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Pressure mounts for Australia to amend its deportation bill over human rights concerns
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Rise in migrant workers forced to fight in Russia-Ukraine war
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Global leaders set to adopt Pact for the Future with focus on modern slavery
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Thrive program builds sustainable employment for Ethiopian migrants
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Australia leads in fashion consumption highlighting need for sustainable change
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New support pathways for human trafficking survivors in Australia
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New workplace justice visa crucial for preventing migrant worker exploitation
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Combatting modern slavery with robust evidence, policy change, and grassroots action
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3 things the UK Government needs to do to combat modern slavery
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The power of listening in community empowerment and human rights
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More needs to be done to address forced labour
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Modern slavery addressed in the Global Agenda at the Oslo Freedom Forum
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Modern slavery risks rise as greatest number of global conflicts since WWII
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Australia’s deportation bill risks increasing modern slavery and forced labour issues
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Leaders commit to addressing human trafficking and modern slavery at Sri Lanka Summit
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UK’s dangerous Safety of Rwanda Act raises exploitation risks
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Global Freedom Network’s app launches in WA to empower faith leaders against modern slavery
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Australian government must introduce human rights due diligence obligations for businesses
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Roosevelt Four Freedoms Award honours Walk Free’s Grace Forrest human rights work
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EU passes the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive
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EU member states must do better to protect human rights
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Walk Free urges Germany and EU states to stop human rights abuses in supply chains
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Pope Francis meets with survivors to take action to end modern slavery
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G20 Scorecard reveals the world’s richest nations host majority of people living in modern slavery
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Government and business unite in Bali to combat human trafficking and modern slavery in the digital space
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Global Freedom Network is proud to announce the launch of an online training course for faith leaders
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New Zealand proposes landmark legislation to help end modern slavery
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UK Government’s Illegal Migration Bill to prevent modern slavery survivors from accessing support
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Walk Free leads regional engagement across Southeast Asia following the launch of the 2023 Global Slavery Index
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New report links compounding global crises to modern slavery
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New Walk Free resource supports faith leaders to advocate for stronger action to address child and forced marriage in Kenya
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Faith leaders gather to learn about forced marriage
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50 million people worldwide in modern slavery
News
Walk Free, SET and FAST provide Thai businesses with tools to manage modern slavery risks
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Walk Free update evidence base on programs to end modern slavery
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First African declaration against modern slavery
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Freedom in your hands
Media Release
New Zealand businesses show leadership with support for a Modern Slavery Act
News
The great setback
Opinion
For every 130 girls or women on the planet, one is a modern slave
Media Release
Global campaign turns spotlight on women and girls in modern slavery
Media Release
Former Australian Senator Lisa Singh joins fight to eradicate modern slavery
News
Walk Free launches toolkit to help business and investors combat modern slavery
Media Release
Commonwealth countries must act urgently to meet modern slavery targets
News
Modern Slavery Act enforced by new WA government procurement debarment powers
Media Release
Artificial intelligence to assist in the fight against modern slavery
Opinion
Exploring cash transfers in the time of COVID-19
Media Release
COVID-19 fight undercut by measures exposing vulnerable workers
News
New report reveals modern slavery and human rights violations in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific
Media Release
Perfect storm of conditions for modern slavery in the Pacific
Media Release
Hotel sector failing to protect workers ahead of Australian MSA anniversary
Opinion
Private sector brings home global problem
News
Walk Free applauds launch of new guidance for Australian businesses to combat modern slavery
Opinion
When good neighbours become good friends
Media Release
Safe migration pathways key to tackling human trafficking, modern slavery, and forced labour
News
New data reveals widespread failure by governments in tackling modern slavery
News
‘Measurement, Action, Freedom’- what it means
News
32 civil society organisations join forces to demand government progress on modern slavery
Media Release
New data reveals widespread failure by governments in tackling modern slavery
News
All that glitters is not gold
Opinion
Ethiopia’s new migration policy: a positive step but continued scrutiny needed
News
Forced and child marriage in Africa as a manifestation of gender-based violence and inequality
Opinion
Ethiopia – the world’s fastest growing economy and land of opportunity? Or another Sub Saharan hotbed for slavery?
Opinion
Children at risk of slavery and trafficking on the US border
Opinion
How do we stop investing in slavery?
News
Grace Forrest at the 2019 Australian Catholic Youth Festival
News
Unfinished business: addressing the victimisation of women and girls
News
Have an eggcellent Easter
News
Bali Process spotlight: the inspiring work of Chevaan Daniel
News
To combat forced marriage all Australians must play their part
News
500 future freedom fighters sign pledge in Perth
Opinion
Momentum grows for all G20 countries to act on modern slavery
Opinion
The key role of business in combating modern slavery
Opinion
Progress at what price: the true cost of your clothes could be a woman’s freedom
Opinion
A living wage: a crucial tool in the fight against modern slavery
Opinion
Forced labour number one issue for Malaysian business, says world’s largest industry coalition
News
Calls for more targeted research on modern slavery to better inform responses in Asia and the Pacific
Opinion
Yeonmi Park reminds Australia our freedom isn’t universal
Opinion
Modern slavery business supply chain legislation: the beginning of a virtuous circle?
Media Release
Walk Free applauds passing of Australian Modern Slavery Act
Media Release
Religious leaders come together in New Zealand to eradicate modern slavery
Opinion
The SDG that is slipping away from us
Media Release
Religious leaders unite in Colombia to eradicate modern slavery
Media Release
Responsible Business Alliance signs agreement to support Bali Process efforts on modern slavery
Media Release
Business and government leaders endorse AAA recommendations to end modern slavery
Media Release
High forced labour risk in cocoa: Industry needs to step up
Media Release
Developed nations far more exposed to slavery within their borders than previously thought
News
Developed nations far more exposed to slavery within their borders than previously thought.
News
More than 136,000 people are living in modern slavery in the United Kingdom.
News
More than 400,000 modern slaves are exploited in the United States.
News
High forced labour risk in Cocoa. Industry needs to step up.
Media Release
Walk Free to Commonwealth nations: Time to get serious about slavery
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