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Along with many others in the modern slavery/charity sector, we are moving away from Twitter with a view to posting more on @bluesky. You can follow us here: afterexploitation.bsky.social DM us to be added to the modern slavery list: go.bsky.app/GMKidpG

Along with many others in the modern slavery/charity sector, we are moving away from Twitter with a view to posting more on @bluesky. You can follow us here: afterexploitation.bsky.social DM us to be added to the modern slavery list: go.bsky.app/GMKidpG

We were inspired to set up a starter pack of modern slavery researchers, charities and campaigners on Bsky, following the great work of @DetentionAction doing the same for migration experts. You can follow accounts suggested in their starter pack here: go.bsky.app/gzfKcc

Yesterday, we launched our access to justice toolkit. It provides a step-by-step approach to working effectively with immigration lawyers, offering insights into what individuals can expect from lawyers and what lawyers will expect from their clients ein.org.uk/news/new-jcwi-…

Listen now 🔊The latest episode of #TheEbEPodcast, in collaboration with @Kalayaan, is out! We discuss the campaign for the Right to Work for survivors of modern slavery. open.spotify.com/episode/75XMST…

Second reading of the #EmploymentRightsBill is today. The UK needs to address its use of restrictive work visas so the thousands of workers who migrate to the UK to support key sectors can access rights in practice labourexploitation.org/publications/e…

We're excited to join campaigners at the protest against Derwentside detention centre tomorrow, where our Spokesperson Network Facilitator, Agnes, will speak. 📣 SHUT IT DOWN 📅Sat 19 Oct, 12pm 📌Derwentside, DH8 6QY @No2Hassockfield @Right_to_Remain @wallsmustfall

It’s #AntiSlaveryDay24 so we thought we’d send out reminders of the myths fuelling migrant domestic worker exploitation in the UK. (Spoiler: the following is included in our report #12YearsOfModernSlavery which is available on our website). Prefer a short overview? Read on…

Similarly, the Illegal Migration Act now treats survivors as criminals for crossing borders, despite the fact many are forced, deceived or coerced to do so against their will *because* they have been trafficked. The Gov must rethink the way it puts survivors under the microscope

The Nationality & Borders Act introduced unrealistic evidential burdens on victims of modern slavery. The law discredits survivors for not providing evidence 'quickly enough', even where they've had no lawyer or support. Victims' criminal records are weaponised to deny them help

Great to hear that the Government is committed to making quicker decisions on modern slavery cases. However, ensuring decisions are fair - and survivors get meaningful support whilst in the system - is also key. Regressive laws harming support outcomes must be addressed. 🧵

REMINDER: Trafficking survivors need secure immigration status to recover from trauma & rebuild their lives. This #AntiSlaveryWeek, we explain why this is key for the UK to genuinely offer protection to survivors & uphold its international obligations🔽 helenbamber.org/resources/repo…

You can read the full list of @HumanTraffFdn winners and nominees here, including lots of worthy people and causes: humantraffickingfoundation.org/news And our full article on modern slavery transparency in the @BigIssue, nominated for the award, here: bigissue.com/opinion/modern…

We may not have won best opinion piece at the @HumanTraffFdn awards for our @BigIssue piece, but it was heartening to hear winner @jessphillips promise to "never ever again treat [survivors] like they're the problem" A huge thanks to those who nominated us💕

The winner of the best investigative news article category is Vicky Gayle, Emiliano Mellino, Hajar Meddah, Charles Boutaud @TBIJ 'Visa system forces care workers to stay silent on rape and abuse' thebureauinvestigates.com/stories/2024-0… Congratulations team!

❓ DID YOU KNOW?❓ Women who are seeking safety in the UK are forced to survive on anything between £8.86 and £49.18 per WEEK. This means, for many, they are forced to make difficult decisions – such as something hot to eat, or nappies for their children. 1/ 🧵

Migrant justice = climate justice. 🌍 As disasters hit, migrants and marginalised communities suffer first. Sign the petition urging the UK to lead on climate & migrant justice at #COP29! ✍️act.jcwi.org.uk/uk-government-…

Deadline extended: The ICIBI invites anyone with knowledge or experience of Home Office management of contact with migrants who are without leave to enter or remain to provide evidence for its inspection of this area by 21 October 2024. gov.uk/government/new…

It's no surprise that officers used force at least 60 times on people detained for removal to Rwanda. Immigration detention is inherently violent & abusive. We aim to secure justice for these individuals, whom we believe were unlawfully detained. theguardian.com/world/2024/sep…

We are extremely saddened to hear that 8 people have lost their lives in the Channel. These deaths are preventable. We need safe routes NOW. Our thoughts are with their loved ones, and all who were on the boat. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…