How does modern slavery happen?

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Modern slavery facts and figures

There are more slaves today than in any other time in history. Do you know how many there are and where they are found? Disclaimer: this video is based on 2016 data

The private sector and modern slavery

Why is the private sector so important in the fight against modern slavery?

Taking action to fight child labour – Launch of 2021 International Year for the Elimination of Child Labour

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In a series of interviews, videos and presentations, partners at the forefront of the fight against child labour shared their expectations and plans for the year. Speakers:Mr Guy Ryder – ILO Director GeneralMs Henrietta Fore – UN...Read More

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Cambodia’s trafficked brides: The escalating phenomenon of forced marriage in China

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When: May 11, 2022 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Report launch: Wednesday, 11 May 2022 16:00-17:30 ICT (Cambodia/Vietnam) | 11:00-12:30 CEST (Austria) | 10:00-11:30 BST (UK) The number of women travelling from Cambodia to China for forced or arranged marriages has surged since 2016 and experienced a further spike...

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How to Mitigate the Risk of Child Labour in the Supply Chain

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When: May 12, 2016 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Extreme poverty and lack of livelihood opportunities result in some families sending their children to work on cocoa farms. It is reported that some children are ‘sold’ to traffickers or farm owners, paying for a determined duration of labour. Children...

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Fighting Human Trafficking in Conflict: 10 Ideas for Action by the United Nations Security Council

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An estimated 45.8 million people live in modern slavery. The International Labour Organization estimates that global profits from forced labour surpass US$150 billion per annum, suggesting that slavery, forced labour and human trafficking are more pr...Read More

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