forced marriage

Each form of modern slavery is complex. Each requires a different policy response. We all have to be able to better spot the signs of slavery even without chains and bars.

Deepening poverty, caused by the pandemic, is likely to add further financial burdens onto families, causing them to marry off their daughters early. The closure of school and health care facilities also leaves girls increasingly vulnerable.

In 2018 alone, Anti-Slavery Australia helped over 123 people who had been trafficked to or from Australia, or had faced slavery-like conditions while in Australia.