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African Catholics join forces against human trafficking
Marches and Masses in more than 30 African countries were organised to raise voices against human trafficking, marking the feast day of St Josephine Bakhita on Saturday. Source: OSV News.
Survivor urges Catholics to act if they suspect a case of modern slavery
Modern slavery survivor Moe Turaga urges Catholics not to turn a blind eye if they suspect someone is being exploited. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
Anti-slavery commissioner calls for urgent action on forced labour laws
Australia’s anti-slavery commissioner has called on the Albanese Government to urgently address the “inadequacy” of its forced labour laws after revelations that it had allowed thousands of imports from blacklisted Chinese companies. Source: The Guardian.
New commissioner praises work of Catholic anti-slavery network
Newly appointed independent federal Anti-Slavery Commissioner Chris Evans has praised the work of the Australian Catholic Anti-slavery Network.
Save the dates to take action against modern slavery
Australian Catholic Religious Against Trafficking in Humans (ACRATH ) is calling the community to join a 16-day campaign to end violence against women and girls. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
Modern slavery survivor praises work of Catholic organisations
Perth Archdiocese and the West Australian Catholic Migrant & Refugee Office hosted survivor advocate Moe Turaga at an event in partnership with the Australian Catholic Anti-Slavery Network last week.
ACRATH lobbies federal MPs for more action on modern slavery
Staff and members of Australian Catholic Religious Against Trafficking in Humans are at Parliament House in the ACT this week to discuss modern slavery and human trafficking with MPs.
Stella Maris UK calls on Government to protect people in fishing industry
After a television documentary accused a Scottish fishing company of modern-day slavery, a Catholic charity is calling on Britain’s Home Office to do more to protect people in the fishing industry. Source: Crux.
Migrants pursuing workplace exploitation claims can stay in Australia
Temporary migrants can now remain in Australia for up to 12 months if they are fighting for justice from employers under a new visa. Source: SBS News.