100 Years of the Slavery Convention
On the centenary of the 1926 Slavery Convention we are faced with both familiar and new challenges. How do we come together to eradicate slavery in the 21st century? Keep reading »
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Read latest analysis, blogs and updates on modern slavery and solutions to tackle it from Anti-Slavery International experts, partners & guests.
Documenting Haratine experiences: Testimonies from the Haratine Imprints Documenting Erasure (H.I.D.E.) project
Image credit: imageBROKER on Shutterstock Disclaimer: The woman pictured in the stock image does not represent the people being described in the blog. It is estimated that, as of September 2025, between 90,000 and 149,000 people remain trapped in slavery in Mauritania. Most… Keep reading »
Technology and modern slavery: A look at cyber scam centres
Image credit: Civic Studios. Still from Scam City series. Have you, or has someone you know, ever received a scam phone call from an unrecognised number asking for your bank details, offering a vague promotion, or encouraging you to invest in cryptocurrency? The person calling you… Keep reading »
Forced labour bans are reshaping global trade
Effective import controls and international cooperation across can make a dent in forced labour in global supply chains. If properly designed, import controls can be an effective tool to address forced labour in global value chains and provide remedies for victims and survivors. Where in the world are we seeing… Keep reading »
How birth registration can support a life of freedom
Having access to legal identity documents is a fundamental human right and essential to securing all our other rights. Unfortunately, many children around the world are not registered at birth. In this blog, the Regional Advocacy and Programmes team reflects on the importance of birth registration and the barriers that marginalised communities,… Keep reading »
This is how the UK is doing in tackling modern slavery, according to GRETA
On 5 May 2026, the Council of Europe’s Group of Experts on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings (GRETA) published its latest report on the United Kingdom. In this blog, our ATMG coordinator unpacks some of the key findings and recommendations to address the vulnerabilities that affect survivors of modern slavery in the UK. Eleven years on… Keep reading »
Why the European convention on action against human trafficking in human beings matters
The Group of Experts on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings has released its latest report assessing the UK’s implementation of the European Convention on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings. In this blog, our Anti-Trafficking Monitoring Group Coordinator talks about the importance of this international treaty in… Keep reading »
A Guide to Challenge Event Fundraising
Image credit: Anti-Slavery International It’s challenge event season at Anti-Slavery International, with London Landmarks Half Marathon coming up this Sunday and London Marathon later this month! Our runners have been working incredibly hard training and fundraising, and we can’t wait to cheer them on. To celebrate, we thought we would share a list of… Keep reading »
Women’s History Month 2026: Migrant Women and the Hidden Cost of the Kafala System in GCC States
During Women’s History Month, we recognise women and girls’ crucial contributions to equality and freedom, but we also acknowledge the work that remains to be done to achieve gender equality across the world. Modern slavery can impact anyone, but gender inequality and discrimination can increase women and girls’ vulnerability to exploitation. So, this March, we are highlighting the abuses and risks many women face in undertaking domestic… Keep reading »
UN International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade, 25 March 2026
On 25 March, we commemorate the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade. We are also counting down until the centenary of the Slavery Convention, adopted on 25 September 1926. To mark the day and kick off the six-month countdown to… Keep reading »