Slave-Free Alliance is calling for the UK Government to consider the human impacts of introducing new legislation to tackle forced labour in supply chains. Parliament’s Joint Committee on Human Rights (JCHR) concluded in its latest report (published yesterday) that the UK is falling behind other international markets, such as the U.S. and the E.U., in| Slave-Free Alliance
Representatives from more than 80 businesses, including SMEs and FTSE100 companies, turned out for the 2024… The post ‘It is the highlight of our year’ – More than 80 businesses attend SFA Conference 2024 appeared first on Slave-Free Alliance.| Slave-Free Alliance
Slave-Free Alliance supports the calls made by MP Sarah Champion in Parliament this week over the UK’s responsibility to eradicate modern slavery in our energy supply chains. The post ‘Don’t turn a blind eye to modern slavery in supply chains’ – Sarah Champion MP appeared first on Slave-Free Alliance.| Slave-Free Alliance
Our annual conference takes place in Manchester on 21st November. Tickets are available to non-members for the first time with an earlybird discount available, while members can still access free tickets. We will explore the OECD Due Diligence Guidance as a global standard for human rights in supply chains, and how to be compliant with upcoming and recently passed legislation and directives. The post Slave-Free Alliance Annual Conference 2024: A global forum for change appeared first on Slave...| Slave-Free Alliance
In today's interconnected global economy, corporations hold unprecedented power and responsibility. Today, there are almost 50 million people trapped in modern slavery around the world. That’s 1 in every 150 people. This means the urgency to raise awareness and take decisive action has never been more paramount. The post A Call to Corporate Leaders to Combat Modern Slavery appeared first on Slave-Free Alliance.| Slave-Free Alliance
Tragically, modern slavery remains a fact of life in today's globalised world. Taking the form of forced labour, debt bondage, human trafficking, and other exploitative practices, it traps millions in conditions of severe exploitation. Businesses have a crucial role in preventing this issue by fostering a culture of awareness and vigilance among their employees. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is through comprehensive internal awareness campaigns. The post The Role of Internal ...| Slave-Free Alliance
Shein, the world’s largest fashion retailer, is preparing for a potential listing on the London Stock Exchange (LSE). With an estimated valuation of £53 billion, it would be one of the largest IPOs in London's history, representing both a significant milestone for the Chinese brand, founded in 2008, and substantial potential returns for the financial institutions considering investment. While the opportunities for investors may be attractive, the company’s human rights record, which incl...| Slave-Free Alliance
One of Slave-Free Alliance's original members in the United States, Health Carousel, has reiterated its commitment to social impact and its determination to protect its extended workforce of international healthcare professionals against the risks of labor exploitation and labor trafficking by renewing its membership for another term. The post Health Carousel renews SFA membership and marks Human Trafficking Prevention Month with charity donation appeared first on Slave-Free Alliance.| Slave-Free Alliance
Christmas preparations are in full swing. Roads and rail networks are congested with increased traffic delivering goods to warehouses, shops, and homes. Businesses thrive, and consumers eagerly seek bargains for the perfect Christmas, striving for the festive scenes and goodwill portrayed in the ads that have been on repeat since Halloween. The post ‘Tis the season to be … vigilant! appeared first on Slave-Free Alliance.| Slave-Free Alliance
Anti-Slavery Week takes place every year here at Slave-Free Alliance, around Anti-Slavery Day on 18th October. It acts as an opportunity to raise awareness of the fact over 49.6 million people in the world today, and an estimated 136,000 people in the UK, are trapped in conditions of modern slavery. The post Slave-Free Alliance highlights the importance of collaboration during Anti-Slavery Week appeared first on Slave-Free Alliance.| Slave-Free Alliance
