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International Coalition Against Modern Slavery

International Coalition Against Modern SlaveryInternational Coalition Against Modern SlaveryInternational Coalition Against Modern Slavery
  • Home
  • About
    • Who we Are
    • Our team
    • Contact Us
  • Our Work
    • Action Library
    • Migration Justice in U.S.
    • Extractivism in DRC
    • Sri Lanka Tea Plantations
  • Resources
    • Signs of Slavery
    • Hotline database
    • Myths of Modern Slavery
    • Gift Buying Guide
    • Know your rights
  • In the media
  • News

Resources for taking action

RSVP for the March 2025 coalition call

On Sunday, March 30th (11:30 am EST, 8:30 am PST, 3:30 pm GMT, 4:30 pm WAT, 6:30 pm EAT, 9 pm IST) we will be hosting a coalition-wide call open discussion focused on how laws that targrt migrants fuel exploitation. This is open to all individuals interested in the topic!  We will be sending out the zoom link by email, so please sign up here: https://georgetown.zoom.us/meeting/register/32h_6X5GQ7GehoYn4AP3IQ and share the link with those in your network!

Advocate and support immigrant rights

Talk to your elected officials about supporting immigrant rights. This can include calling the congressional switchboard at (202) 224 - 3121 and asking for your representative or senators. Find your elected officials here: https://www.congress.gov/members/find-your-member. Speak up in your local community to support immigrants and undocumented students. 

RSVP for the February 2025 coalition call

On Friday, February 28th (12:30 pm EST, 9:30 am PST, 5:30 pm GMT, 6:30 pm WAT, 8:30 pm EAT, 11 pm IST) we will be hosting a coalition-wide call focused on the connection between migrant rights and labor rights in the U.S. This is open to all individuals interested in the topic!  We will be sending out the zoom link by email, so please sign up here: https://forms.gle/Ahq3XFDRcj88JBdt9 and share the link with those in your network!

RSVP for the January 2025 coalition call

On Thursday, January 30th (10 am EST, 3 pm GMT, 4 pm WAT, 6 pm EAT, 8:30 pm IST) we will be hosting a coalition-wide call. Both members, those interested in joining the coalition, and those who are just interested in discussing or learning more about anti-modern slavery work are encouraged to RSVP. We will be sending out the zoom link by email, so please sign up here: https://forms.gle/KQfPj84RRcpHzhvT8 and share the link with those in your network.

Submit to ICOM's international hotline and resource database

We are creating an international database of human trafficking hotlines, resources and services for survivors, healthcare/housing services, workers rights support. If there is a resource you know of, such as one that's active in your community, submit it here: https://forms.gle/QVpmryRJHSV2ScT39

Anti-Forced Labor Holiday Gift Guide

Many of those engaging in holiday shopping this season may be purchasing products made by forced labor and child labor without realizing. We have highlighted some of the industries that have a high forced labor risk, ways to minimize harm when making purchases, and a number of enterprises created by and/or in support of survivors. 

Pledge to boycott abusive tea farming practices in rural Sri Lanka

Read and sign the pledge here: https://chng.it/RPyYWVG6mX


Help us get the word out about this campaign by sending coalitionagainstmodernslavery@gmail.com a video: "Hello I'm __ and I’m joining the International Coalition Against Modern Slavery's pledge to boycott abusive tea farming practices in Rural Sri Lanka, demanding companies ensure that workers at every level of their supply chain are protected. I’m taking the pledge because __ Visit Coalition Against Modern Slavery dot org to do the same"

Watch a recording of our virtual conference on trafficking in Kenya

Weren't able to attend the conference but still want to hear from our guest speakers on the efforts to combat trafficking and exploitation? You can find a recording of it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k4ddqQpLbw0&t=3s

Attend our virtual conference on trafficking in Kenya

Hear from activists and community leaders about their experience fighting trafficking and exploitation August 22 - 12 PM - 1:30 PM East Africa Time. RSVP to receive the meeting link https://forms.gle/nziVWnDVq6tfkR7RA

Help strengthen education capacity in rural Sri Lanka

The human rights abuse and limited education on tea plantations in rural Sri Lanka are direct results of British colonialism. Currently, our partners are organizing to strengthen the capacity of tea plantation schools, ensuring Tamil youth can complete their education, helping to reduce vulnerability to labor trafficking and other forms of abuse. Help donate and share the campaign: https://gofund.me/9fa30507

Demand tea companies act against abuse on Sri Lankan tea plantations

Script: Hello, I am a member of the International Coalition Against Modern Slavery. It has come to my attention that your company sources from Sri Lankan Tea plantations, where rampant human rights abuses, including forced labor, have been documented. More must be done to ensure workers are paid a living wage, receive fair treatment, and work without force, threats, and coercion. 

  1. Contact Tetley: https://www.tetleyusa.com/contact-us 
  2. Contact Lipton: https://www.lipton.com/us/en/get-in-touch/

Learn from our partners' research on abuse on Sri Lankan tea plantations

The Experiences of Children on Sri Lanka's Tea Plantations: Labor and Sexual Exploitation, Violence, and Inadequate Education: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/dignity/vol8/iss2/2/


Advise the coalition as we transition to a nonprofit!

Over the past few years, the International Coalition Against Modern Slavery has grown into a network of hundreds of individuals and organizations across dozens of countries. As we plan on transitioning into a larger organization (tentatively approaching the nonprofit creation process) we'd like to hear feedback both from our members and others in the sector!

https://forms.gle/1H7L5AyYc8HB14AeA

Education and awareness: WoteSawa - supporting survivors

Learn how community-based organizers in Tanzania work to support and rehabilitate child survivors of forced domestic work through housing, legal support, counseling, and education. Community-based networks are essential in the fight against forced labor and human trafficking.

https://www.cnn.com/2023/03/18/africa/mercy-esther-tanzania-domestic-servitude-cfp-spc-intl/index.html

Sign the letter: UN CSW must address modern slavery

Globally, women and girls face reduced access to quality education, decent work, and financial independence, creating heightened vulnerabilities to trafficking, forced labor, and other forms of modern slavery. Sign the letter calling on Member States at the 68th session of the Commission on the Status of Women to make modern slavery a priority.  


https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JxP2RZ1uoz2J3MgeLcAzHb4olsY_AepfoZFWX1-I1c8/edit?usp=sharing

Demand accountability from tech giants profiting off forced labor

Tech companies are being sued by families in the Congo for profiting off of lithium mined from trafficked child labor. We need collective action to secure justice and prevent future exploitation. Send a letter to help demand these companies settle the lawsuit. 

  • Email:
    • https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/democratic-of-the-congo-child-miner-lawsuit-against-apple-inc 
  • Print out postcards to mail a physical reminder to Apple, Microsoft, Dell, Google, Tesla

https://friendsofthecongo.org/do-the-right-thin

Tell UN ambassadors to reaffirm their commitment to implementing SDG 8.7

States must "reaffirm their commitment, in the strongest terms possible, to the full, effective, and meaningful implementation of SDG 8.7". The recent UN summit saw vast failure to address SDG 8.7. This goal calls for, "immediate and effective measures to eradicate forced labour, end modern slavery and human trafficking". Read the full letter here, and send to your ambassador/connections in government.

https://www.antislavery.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/SDG-Summit-and-Goal-8.7-Statement-v2.pdf

Tell Rishi Sunak to abandon the illegal migration bill!

The act would prevent migrants who arrive through irregular channels of migration from being granted asylum – no matter if they are minors, modern slavery victims, or fleeing persecution. The UN stated this will have “profound consequences for people in need of international protection”. By criminalizing survivors and abandoning vulnerable populations, the bill will drastically fuel exploitation. https://www.jcwi.org.uk/not-in-our-name-sign-our-open-letter-to-the-pm

Understanding Modern Slavery, for NGOs and Grassroots Organizations

What organizations and activists should know about modern slavery. Our global economic system is driven by exploitation, and only by working across sectors to combat the root causes of modern slavery can we remedy this. This guide is not meant to be comprehensive, but rather a jumping-off point for understanding how to address the intersectionalities of the modern slavery crisis. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-CvWx-83VwImO4jpnld8GDvP9ESG-H5O/view?usp=sharing

Mutual aid for Sudan

Supporting refugees is key to combating vulnerabilities which lead to trafficking and exploitation. Migrants, especially those fleeing conflict, are disproportionately affected by this crisis. You can donate here to support efforts to aid those in Sudan. So far, the money has gone to buying food, baby formula for refugees arriving in Medani, orphanages, shelters for homeless individuals, and more. 100% of the money goes to on the ground aid teams. https://gofund.me/849cf489

Accountability and Education:

Learn what your country is doing to combat modern slavery.

https://www.walkfree.org/global-slavery-index/2018/findings/global-map/#response

Addressing Forced Labor and other Modern Slavery Risks: A Toolkit

Own a small business? Work in business management? Learn how business owners can work to prevent forced labor. Forced labor exists across the supply chain and it is imperative that those who make sourcing and labor decisions are equipped with the tools to ensure they are operating ethically.


https://www.bsr.org/en/reports/addressing-forced-labor-and-other-modern-slavery-risks-toolkit-corporate

Educate and speak out:

Re:StructureLab's Blueprint for what governments, investors, and firms must do to create a more ethical global economy. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6055c0601c885456ba8c962a/t/61bcf4710097bc6f61e7c360/1639773297563/RSL_Blueprint_2021_AW.pdf

Educate/advocate: migration and trafficking

Assisting migrants — through safe channels of migration, protecting undocumented populations, the right to work, etc. — is key to preventing trafficking. Yet, far too often a lack of understanding causes human trafficking and smuggling to be wrongly conflated, leading to policies that end up leaving migrants vulnerable. 

What you can do:

  • Share this article, research how these policies show up all around the globe
  • Contacted elected officials, seek out orgs to support

https://tinyurl.com/34w2ucwb

Educate: learn about rehabilitating and empowering survivors of trafficking

https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=40MbmUVgSJM

Act: Take action through Freedom United

https://www.freedomunited.org/advocate/

Act: Contact reps (U.S.) on the The Domestic Workers Bill of Rights

https://enduyghurforcedlabour.org/call-to-action/ 

Understand: End Uhygur Forced Labor's Call to action on human rights abuses

https://enduyghurforcedlabour.org/call-to-action/ 

Educate: Walk Free's report on forced labor for UK and Australian companies

https://cdn.walkfree.org/content/uploads/2022/02/22150956/Walk-Free-Beyond-Compliance-Garment-Industry.pdf

Take Action: Explore these ways to make a difference

http://www.endslaverynow.org/act/action-library 

Understand: ILO's guide on the different ways modern slavery, forced labor,

https://www.ilo.org/global/topics/forced-labour/definition/lang--en/index.htm 

Speak out: Complete action items from this library

http://www.endslaverynow.org/act/action-library

Understand: The modern slavery lawsuit against Mars, Nestle, and Hershey

https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2021/feb/12/mars-nestle-and-hershey-to-face-landmark-child-slavery-lawsuit-in-us 

Brands that support survivors of human trafficking

https://www.prosperitycandle.com/blogs/news/8-inspiring-brands-fighting-human-trafficking

Understand: The G7 Statement on Forced Labor

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/g7-trade-ministers-statement-on-forced-labour-annex-a

Understand: Connection between climate change and modern slavery

 https://www.antislavery.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/ASI_ViciousCycle_Report_web2.pdf

Check the ethical and environmental impact of your favorite brands

https://directory.goodonyou.eco/?_gl=1*pu6qln*_ga*MTU3NDA0Mjc4Ny4xNjUyNjUxNzAz*_ga_TTB1J3Q9MN*MTY1MjY1MTcwMi4xLjAuMTY1MjY1MTcwMi42MA..&_ga=2.229907036.1393295291.1652651703-1574042787.1652651703

Finding chocolate that wasn't harvested with forced labor

https://www.slavefreechocolate.org/ethical-chocolate-companies

Petition: Do More to Fight Modern Slavery

https://www.change.org/p/united-nations-do-more-to-fight-modern-slavery?utm_content=cl_sharecopy_28345150_en-US%3A3&recruiter=1192724270&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=copylink&utm_campaign=share_petition

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