All the latest news, press releases, advocacy and blogs from Anti-Slavery International.
In this blog, Anti-Slavery International reflects on the Labour Government after the party conference (28 September – 1 October), uncovering where progress has been made, what harmful policies remain, and what still needs to change. The Royal Liver Building in Liverpool, where the 2025 Labour Party Conference… Keep reading »
Every year, on the 18th of October, we commemorate Anti-Slavery Day. Anti-Slavery Day was created in 2010 to raise awareness of modern slavery and encourage shared action to eradicate slavery, because freedom is a fundamental right for everyone, everywhere, always. ©Double Take Projections… Keep reading »
This June marked 200 years since the very first issue of The Anti-Slavery Reporter was published. Today, as we commemorate the anniversary of the 1926 Slavery Convention, historian Ryan Hanley revisits the inaugural issue of the Reporter to consider how anti-slavery campaigning has changed over the years, and… Keep reading »
For Democracy and Against Deregulation. Anti-Slavery International’s CEO, Helen Moulinos, joined by the Head of UK and European Advocacy and other civil society organisations, are joining the Back to the Future march, to demand that the EU prioritises human and environmental rights. Between 21 and 23rd September, I will be… Keep reading »
Image courtesy of War Child UK In June 2025, in response to the endless atrocities being committed against Palestinians in Gaza by the State of Israel, Anti-Slavery International joined Red Line for Gaza, a growing coalition of civil societies and the public. Alongside War Child UK, Oxfam, Greenpeace,… Keep reading »
Late last week, the Financial Conduct Authority gave approval to Shein’s efforts to list on the London Stock Exchange. Shein, known for influencer “haul” videos, has also repeatedly hit the headlines for its negative environmental impacts and allegations of labour abuses, including forced labour, in its… Keep reading »
We are delighted to announce that Helen Moulinos has been appointed as Anti-Slavery International’s new Chief Executive Officer. Helen is an inquisitive and values-led Chief Executive, Board Trustee, and Campaigner, driven by a passion for delivering sustainable change, promoting excellent governance, and collaborating to promote a fairer society for all. Keep reading »
Ten years ago, the UK Government introduced the Modern Slavery Act. The law aimed to reduce exploitation and to provide avenues for criminal justice. However, while pioneering in its day, weaknesses in the Act’s design seriously hampered its effectiveness. Our Communications Manager, Jessica Turner, provides an overview of the… Keep reading »
The landmark adoption of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) in July 2024 had the potential to improve the lives of millions of people in forced labour around the world. But today, the European Commission has formally proposed to drastically weaken the CSDDD. Anti-Slavery International is appalled by this… Keep reading »
We are facing an unprecedented crisis. The US Government recently announced a ‘freeze’ on all foreign assistance. By far the biggest aid donor, the US contributed more than 40 per cent of all humanitarian aid in 2024. This rash move is extremely dangerous, and the consequences will be devastating for… Keep reading »