Posts Tagged ‘Human Trafficking’
Educating for Change – Register today
Register your interest now for ACRATH’s new university Educating for Change modules. ACRATH, Flinders University and the University of South Australia have created Educating for Change, 6 micro-credentialed courses that will equip the next generation of professionals to better understand, recognise and respond to modern slavery. The courses are free and have been developed for…
Read MoreRising to the Challenge Together
ACRATH’s ambitious 2024 fundraising target of $350,000 has been reached after generous donations in December, many in lieu of Christmas gifts. Thank you for your incredible generosity and commitment to help eradicate modern slavery, Fundraising is critical, allowing us to sustain crucial initiatives such as Educating for Change and the Companionship Program and awareness campaigns…
Read MoreHope for a better world
Carla Chung, ACRATH’s migrant support worker, is one of the Ambassadors of Hope you can hear when you join the global online Marathon of Prayer on Friday, February 7, as part of the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking. The Marathon of Prayer starts at different times around the globe, including a…
Read MoreChocolate under the supply chains spotlight
Chocolate comes under the spotlight every Lent when ACRATH encourages people to reconsider their chocolate choices and buy products certified slavery-free. This year momentum is building early as Pope Francis and civic leaders focus on supply chains more broadly. Ash Wednesday on March 5 will mark the beginning of ACRATH’s Easter chocolate awareness campaign. In…
Read MoreCalls to Action February 2025
Divest from companies that exploit children, Pope says https://www.usccb.org/news/2025/divest-companies-exploit-children-pope-says Talitha Kum Annual Report 2023 https://distribution-point.webstorage-4sigma.it/talithakum-510/media/documentdownload/2025/annual_report_2023_eng_hi_double.pdf Chinese model rescued from scam centre in Myanmar https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-01-17/chinese-model-rescued-from-scam-centre-in-myanmar/104831514 Anti-slavery commissioner calls for urgent action on forced labour laws https://cathnews.com/2025/01/22/anti-slavery-commissioner-calls-for-urgent-action-on-forced-labour-laws Say Our Name exhibition marks 30 years since recognition of South Sea Islanders https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-01-03/30-year-anniversary-of-pacific-blackbirding-recognition-slavery/104739826 Moe Turaga was a modern slavery…
Read MoreScientist Overcomes Human Trafficking
A recent SBSNews Weekend One on One Podcast interviewed Dr Ekaterina Kostioukhina a medical doctor whose job is to advance research in how to take care of the humans who go into space. Born in Russia she has lived in many cultures including Ecuador, the United States, Mexico and New Zealand. The reason behind some…
Read MoreInternational Day of Prayer and Awareness
The International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking is observed each year on 8th February, the fest of St Josephine Bakhita. Josephine Bakhita was born in Southern Sudan in 1869, and during her life experienced kidnapping and slavery in both Sudan and Italy. After gaining her freedom Josephine Bakhita dedicated her life to…
Read MoreStop Trafficking January 2025
Survivors of human trafficking often have a criminal record for crimes they were forced to commit while a victim. The January 2025 issue of Stop Trafficking! focuses on the reality of having a criminal record and processes that may help survivors to clear their name. The non-punishment principle, a victim centre approach, is instrumental in…
Read MoreJoin 16-day campaign to end violence against women and girls
Join ACRATH and the international community for 16 days of activism against gender-based violence. We have created a calendar, and each day of the campaign offers a new opportunity to learn, engage, and take action. The 16-day calendar highlights ACRATH’s work against modern slavery and serves as a tool to share knowledge and resources. Follow…
Read MoreCall to action November 2024
ACRATH supports the work of many like-minded organisations both in Australia and globally. Many produce resources that can be used in a variety of settings and some have campaigns underway. Our newsletter regularly includes this page, encouraging people to find out more and consider becoming involved in actions and advocacy. The president of ACRATH (Australian…
Read MoreCarmel finds the perfect ‘fit’ with ACRATH
Carmel Shaw’s recent appointment as ACRATH’s new Community Development Coordinator is a culmination of decades of working for a fairer world and the dignity of all people. Carmel sees ACRATH as a ‘perfect fit’. While the position with ACRATH might be new to her, Carmel has a long history in working to prevent modern slavery.…
Read MoreAdditional Referral Pathway Now Available
The pilot Support for Trafficked People Program (STPP) additional referral pathway(ARP), announced in April 2023 at the federal budget, is now being offered tovictim/survivors of human trafficking. The pilot ARP, led by the Salvation Army, can: Children under the age of 16 without a safe guardian cannot be assisted by the ARP and will be…
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