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Pilgrimage of Prayer Talitha Kum members around the world took part in an online Pilgrimage of Prayer on 7th February, the eve of the feast of St Josephine Bakhita, patron saint of victim/survivors of human trafficking and modern slavery. the theme of the event this year – Peace Begins with Dignity: A Global Call to End Human Trafficking…

Talitha Kum members around the world took part in an online Pilgrimage of Prayer on 7th February, the eve of the feast of St Josephine Bakhita, patron saint of victim/survivors of human trafficking and modern slavery. the theme of the event this year – Peace Begins with Dignity: A Global Call to…

ACRATH in the News ACRATH was featured in The Southern Cross, a South Australian publication, this week. The article explored our organisation’s history, featuring an interview with Executive Officer Sarah Puls sgs and information about our significant upcoming event, ‘ACRATH 20 Years of Impact’, scheduled for February 12, from 6 pm to 8 pm at St Ignatius Church in…

ACRATH was featured in The Southern Cross, a South Australian publication, this week. The article explored our organisation’s history, featuring an interview with Executive Officer Sarah Puls sgs and information about our significant upcoming event, ‘ACRATH 20 Years of Impact’, scheduled for…

Migrant Workers Voices Heard NSW Parliament’s Modern Slavery Committee invited ACRATH to attend a hearing to give evidence from our experience with migrant workers, particularly those who are in the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme. ACRATH Migrant Support Worker Carla Chung travelled to Coffs Harbour in December for the Committee’s fifth public hearing. The hearing, part of an…

NSW Parliament’s Modern Slavery Committee invited ACRATH to attend a hearing to give evidence from our experience with migrant workers, particularly those who are in the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme. ACRATH Migrant Support Worker Carla Chung travelled to Coffs Harbour in December…

United Against Trafficking in the Pacific ACRATH is proud to announce the launch of our new project title and logo, Pacific Connections: Ending Trafficking Through Collective Action. The Pacific Connections project is designed to deliver culturally relevant education, training, and resources about human trafficking and modern slavery across the Pacific region, with a strong focus on combating labour exploitation. A cornerstone…

ACRATH is proud to announce the launch of our new project title and logo, Pacific Connections: Ending Trafficking Through Collective Action. The Pacific Connections project is designed to deliver culturally relevant education, training, and resources about human trafficking and modern slavery…

Take Action Against Modern Slavery 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.

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…

A Fresh Outlook ACRATH’s national headquarters has relocated to the Australian Catholic University (ACU) in East Melbourne after 14 years at the Brigidine Ministry Centre in Albert Park and before that at the Good Shepherd Sisters’ office and meeting space in Abbotsford.  This move, made possible thanks to the generosity of partners and supporters at ACU and the…

ACRATH’s national headquarters has relocated to the Australian Catholic University (ACU) in East Melbourne after 14 years at the Brigidine Ministry Centre in Albert Park and before that at the Good Shepherd Sisters’ office and meeting space in Abbotsford.  This move, made possible thanks to the…

Historian Committed to the Cause Dr Mark Copland is astounded that modern slavery, in its various forms, still occurs. In his new role as an ACRATH National Committee member, he is committed to building on the incredible work of those who have gone before him. Mark has just been appointed Executive Officer for St Vincent de Paul Society in the…

Dr Mark Copland is astounded that modern slavery, in its various forms, still occurs. In his new role as an ACRATH National Committee member, he is committed to building on the incredible work of those who have gone before him. Mark has just been appointed Executive Officer for St Vincent de Paul…

Peace Begins With Dignity 2026 ACRATH and Talitha Kum International invite you to join the global movement of prayer, reflection and action against human trafficking on February 8, which is the feast day of Saint Josephine Bakhita and the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking. The theme this year, “Peace Begins with Dignity: A Global Call to…

ACRATH and Talitha Kum International invite you to join the global movement of prayer, reflection and action against human trafficking on February 8, which is the feast day of Saint Josephine Bakhita and the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking. The theme this year,…

Forced Labour Indicators Towards the end of 2025 the International Labour Organisation (ILO) issued a new publication – ILO Forced Labour Indicators. The document provides front line workers with practical tools to detect forced labour. It highlights the most common indicators and explains how to interpret them in real-world contexts. Forced Labour is a violation of human rights.…

Towards the end of 2025 the International Labour Organisation (ILO) issued a new publication – ILO Forced Labour Indicators. The document provides front line workers with practical tools to detect forced labour. It highlights the most common indicators and explains how to interpret them in…

An invitation to attend the St Josephine Bakhita Memorial Mass & Celebration on the International Day of Prayer & Awareness Against Human Trafficking, 8th Feb. Josephine is the Patron Saint of Victims of Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking. #EndSlavery #EndHumanTrafficking #JosephineBakhita #Freedom

Peace Begins with Dignity - ACRATH Pope Francis has designated 8th February, the feast of St Josephine Bakhita, as the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking following a request from Talitha Kum, the worldw...

Peace Begins with Dignity. ACRATH invites you to participate in the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking on February 8 . Resources can be found clicking on the photo below. #TalithaKum #Peace #Dignity #EndHumanTrafficking #EndExploitation
acrath.org.au/peace-begins...

Empower Lives this Christmas - ACRATH As we celebrate 20 years of standing alongside victim/survivors of human trafficking and modern slavery, we extend our thanks to you, ours supporters. Your generosity has enabled ACRATH to provide vit...

As we celebrate 20 years of standing alongside victim/survivors of human trafficking and modern slavery, we extend our thanks to you, our supporters. Your generosity has enabled ACRATH to provide vital programs, raise awareness, and inspire hope where it’s needed most.
acrath.org.au/empower-live...

ACRATH Attends National Roundtable ACRATH was grateful to be at the National Roundtable on Human Trafficking and Slavery in Canberra on 9th December —connecting people and practice, celebrating the work already underway, and spotlighting opportunities to strengthen systems, coordination and training together. We are hopeful that by working together we can better support people who have experienced modern slavery,…

ACRATH was grateful to be at the National Roundtable on Human Trafficking and Slavery in Canberra on 9th December —connecting people and practice, celebrating the work already underway, and spotlighting opportunities to strengthen systems, coordination and training together. We are hopeful that by…

Help Shape Modern Slavery Response The Australian Institute of Criminology (AIC) is evaluating Australia’s National Action Plan to Combat Modern Slavery 2020–25. As part of this, AIC researchers are inviting people with lived experience of slavery to share their views on the criminal justice response and the support they’ve received. This consultation will help ensure future policies are informed by…

The Australian Institute of Criminology (AIC) is evaluating Australia’s National Action Plan to Combat Modern Slavery 2020–25. As part of this, AIC researchers are inviting people with lived experience of slavery to share their views on the criminal justice response and the support they’ve…

ACRATH supports the call for people with lived experience of modern slavery to contribute to the Australian Institute of Criminology Evaluation of the National Action Plan to Combat Modern Slavery.
🗳️ Take part: survey.aic.gov.au/n/e2qtWvp
#ModernSlavery #LivedExperience #HumanRights #AICResearch

Knowledge is powerful. This Human Rights Day, take a moment to reflect and share the important information here: buff.ly/3iKTgJT
Stand with ACRATH to #ClickActEndIt during this #16Days of Activism and beyond and help end digital violence against all women and girls. #EndViolence #Freedom #EndSlavery

Read Stop Trafficking! Newsletter for October focusing on the increasing use of Deepfakes and their role in exploitation. Deepfakes are photos or videos that have been manipulated to depict an individual doing what they did not do. buff.ly/YKvzlUd #ClickActEndIt #EndViolence #16Days #EndSlavery

End Gender Based Violence
Visit the UN Women’s Frequently Asked Questions on digital abuse, trolling, stalking, and other forms of technology-facilitated violence against women: buff.ly/MfJsSJc #ClickActEndIt #EndViolence #16Days #ActToEndViolence

Support ACRATH:
“Your donation is crucial in advancing our mission to eliminate human trafficking and modern slavery in Australia. Be assured that your contribution will directly benefit victim/survivors, who are always central to ACRATH’s mission, heart, and ethos.”
Sr Clare Condon, President

Modern slavery Quiz Learn and share the facts, myths, and scale of human trafficking/modern slavery in Australia and worldwide with the updated ACRATH Modern Slavery Quiz. Test your friends, family and coworkers. Download the ACRATH Modern Slavery Quiz - acrath.org.au/wp-content/u....
#EndSlavery

Listen to Be Slavery Free’s Podcast Slavery Unravelled to better understand modern slavery and, more importantly, what you can do about it. It's a shared responsibility, and everybody has a role. To understand what it is and what your role could be listen: www.beslaveryfree.com/podcast #EndSlavery

Violence against women and girls is a global scourge. And in our digital age, it is being amplified by the reach and speed of technology..we can build a world free of fear where every woman and every girl can thrive. (UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres)
#EndGenderBasedViolence #16Days #Freedom

Holding the Light Service will be held at 5pm on 3 December at the Wesley Church, Melbourne (and online). This ecumenical service remembers the victims/survivors of violence. Join in to reflect and pray for those who have endured violence. #EndViolence #16Days #ClickActEndIt #16daysofActivism

Charlee Dornom, a Year 11 student Padua College Victoria, was shocked to learn girls her own age are forced into marriage and children even younger work on cocoa plantations. She joined ACRATH's Run Melbourne team in 2025. Join 2026 Team #ACRATH to help #EndSalvery, Contact ACRATH - acrath.org.au

Is your favourite chocolate brand tainted by child labour and lack of a living income for farmers. Does its production empower women and children and protect the environment. Find out how it measures up by downloading the Chocolate Scorecard - www.chocolatescorecard.com #EndChildSlavery #16Days

ACRATH invites you to learn how women can be exploited through technology. During the #16Days of #ActivismAgainstGenderBasedViolence learn the facts. Download the UN WOMEN Workplace Data Infographic here - d34i4iunxry8hn.cloudfront.net/61028c009dbb... #ClickActEndIt #ACTtoEndViolence #NoExcuse

It is now 12 years since the Rana Plaza tragedy in Bangladesh where 1,132 people were killed and 2,500 were injured, mostly low-paid women garment workers. Before your next shop, ask the question: How does my favourite clothing company treat workers? (Photo:Mercy Links Clothing Swap) #16Days

MARCH AGAINST GENDER BASED VIOLENCE. Check what's on in your area. In Melbourne, join ACRATH staff and members at the 17th annual RESPECT Melbourne CBD Walk Against Family Violence - see://www.respectvictoria.vic.gov.au/campaigns/walk-against-family-violence-2025. (Photo: Respect Victoria) #16Days

ACRATH invites you to watch @Talitha Kum: webinar on Digital Safety: Understanding Online Exploitation and How to Prevent the New Forms of #HumanTrafficking - www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOBN.... During the #16Days campaign become aware and #ClickActEndIt #EndExploitation #EndGenderBasedViolence

Be the Change – ACYF Thanks so much for dropping by the ACRATH stand at the Australian Catholic Youth Festival! We hope you’re leaving here feeling inspired. We’d love for you to join us in our mission to create a world free from human trafficking and modern slavery. Yes –  It’s a huge challenge, but every little action really does…

Thanks so much for dropping by the ACRATH stand at the Australian Catholic Youth Festival! We hope you’re leaving here feeling inspired. We’d love for you to join us in our mission to create a world free from human trafficking and modern slavery. Yes –  It’s a huge challenge, but every little…