West Midlands Anti Slavery Network

🚨 Last call for applications! 🚨 We’re teaming up with local agencies - including @WMPolice and @WestMidsPCC- to support community-led projects that tackle crime, anti-social behaviour, and improve feelings of safety across Walsall. More⬇️

The Rebuilding Lives Award at the #AntiSlaveryDayAwards2024 recognises those in the sector working to enhance support for survivors. Nominees: Bex Keer, @bramberbake, Rose Makilagi @BCWomensAid, and @WestMidsASN. More info: shorturl.at/hp1Xo

Register to join our 5th Anniversary/Anti-Slavery Month Conference as we focus on Exploring the Well-being and Protection of Survivors. 🔗buytickets.at/basnet/1328936

It’s good to see @theRCN adding its voice to the growing problem of #modernslavery and #forcedlabour in the care sector. We continue to see a rising number of calls on @MSHelpline. Need help or spot the signs then call 08000 121 700 channel4.com/news/surge-of-… via @vsmacdonald

Our latest research at @shiva_fdn, conducted in collaboration with @WilberforceHull and @WestMidsASN, highlights the critical need to integrate cultural competency into support services for modern slavery survivors. This work was made possible through funding from @SlaveryPEC and @ahrcpress. By building trust and making systems more accessible, we can develop key strategies to more effectively combat exploitation. This article offers valuable insights into the need for enhanced approaches to tackle this global issue, providing essential strategies to strengthen our responses. Discover how these strategies can lead to more effective solutions👇 🔗modernslaverypec.org/resources/cult…

The research was conducted by the @WilberforceHull in partnership with @shiva_fdn and @WestMidsASN. It was funded by @Slaverypec, which in turn is funded by @ahrcpress. Read more about the research on the Modern Slavery PEC website at modernslaverypec.org/resources/cult…

equitable access to support and protection. The research was conducted by the @WilberforceHull in partnership with @shiva_fdn and @WestMidsASN. It was funded by @Slaverypec, which in turn is funded by @ahrcpress.

Thank you @WestMidsASN for an insightful discussion at our #NetworkandDrink event this evening, helping us all think differently about modern slavery.

Network and Drink, our free bi-monthly event is back on 16 July at @PureCraftBars! 🥂 Our Guest Speaker from The @WestMidsASN will host a talk followed by questions and a discussions. Get tickets today 👉 colmorebusinessdistrict.com/events/network…

We are excited to announce that @SlaveryPEC has been awarded continuation funding from @ahrcpress, with @UniofOxford being our new host from April 2024. The continuation funding enables the Centre to build upon our work so far and transition to long-term sustainability beyond AHRC funding. The Centre will be part of @OxHumanities at Oxford, @BonaveroIHR, @LivUni & @WilberforceHull will continue as core partners, and the @BinghamCentre at @BIICL will continue to be a collaborative partner. Read the announcement: modernslaverypec.org/latest/pec-con…

@studiovenues Thank you Julian for an excellent meeting yesterday. It was extremely interesting to learn more about engaging with industry in 2024 and how we could work together in the future.

23 potential modern slavery victims found in 'very poor' conditions. @WMPolice continue investigation. Modern slavery holds maximum life imprisonment & victims qualify for CICA. Crime classification is so important to victims remedy. birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-… @UK_Glaa @WestMidsASN

A Friday well spent at the West Midlands Anti-Slavery Day conference! Thank you to all the speakers and delegates for the brilliant discussions. Let’s keep the conversation going! #AntiSlaveryWM

The West Midlands Anti-Slavery Network has a wealth of information on how to spot the signs of modern slavery and human trafficking, as well as information for victims and survivors.  You can find out more at: westmidlandsantislavery.org.

Today is #AntiSlaveryDay and the Commissioner joined @WestMidsASN and partners in Nuneaton to help educate people on the signs of modern slavery and human trafficking and the help that is available to victims. warwickshire-pcc.gov.uk/commissioner-h…

Slavery still happens - and it happens close to home. On #AntiSlaveryDay2023, we've got definitions, shocking stats, resources and ultimately hope that your Sandwell business can help stamp out the appalling issue of #ModernSlavery. Take a look: sandwellbusinessambassadors.co.uk/anti-slavery-d…

1⃣ Understanding the value of cultural competency in UK responses to modern slavery. Research carried out by: @lawhulluni @WilberforceHull @shiva_fdn @WestMidsASN modernslaverypec.org/research-proje…

BREAKING: Home Office withdraws new evidential test for ‘reasonable grounds’ (RG) decisions in Modern Slavery Statutory Guidance and agrees to reconsider & review part of the policy which required objective evidence at RG stage.