Working with partners to reduce Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking in the West Midlands, the UK and Internationally.
West Midlands, UK.
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West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
🚨 Last call for applications! 🚨
We’re teaming up with local agencies - including @WMPolice and @WestMidsPCC- to support community-led projects that tackle crime, anti-social behaviour, and improve feelings of safety across Walsall.
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£15,000 is available to support community projects that reduce crime and anti-social behaviour and, importantly, increase feelings of safety across #Walsall.
The Safer Walsall Partnership fund is open until September 19.
Apply today 👉 shorturl.at/YpHJX
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
Register to join our 5th Anniversary/Anti-Slavery Month Conference as we focus on Exploring the Well-being and Protection of Survivors. 🔗buytickets.at/basnet/1328936
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
It’s good to see @theRCN adding its voice to the growing problem of #modernslavery and #forcedlabour in the care sector. We continue to see a rising number of calls on @MSHelpline. Need help or spot the signs then call 08000 121 700 channel4.com/news/surge-of-r… via @vsmacdonald
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
Our latest research at @shiva_fdn, conducted in collaboration with @WilberforceHull and @WestMidsASN, highlights the critical need to integrate cultural competency into support services for modern slavery survivors. This work was made possible through funding from @SlaveryPEC and @ahrcpress.
By building trust and making systems more accessible, we can develop key strategies to more effectively combat exploitation.
This article offers valuable insights into the need for enhanced approaches to tackle this global issue, providing essential strategies to strengthen our responses.
Discover how these strategies can lead to more effective solutions👇
🔗modernslaverypec.org/resourc…
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
The research was conducted by the @WilberforceHull in partnership with @shiva_fdn and @WestMidsASN.
It was funded by @Slaverypec, which in turn is funded by @ahrcpress.
Read more about the research on the Modern Slavery PEC website at modernslaverypec.org/resourc…
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
equitable access to support and protection.
The research was conducted by the @WilberforceHull in partnership with @shiva_fdn and @WestMidsASN.
It was funded by @Slaverypec, which in turn is funded by @ahrcpress.
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
Thank you @WestMidsASN for an insightful discussion at our #NetworkandDrink event this evening, helping us all think differently about modern slavery.
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
Network and Drink, our free bi-monthly event is back on 16 July at @PureCraftBars! 🥂
Our Guest Speaker from The @WestMidsASN will host a talk followed by questions and a discussions.
Get tickets today 👉 colmorebusinessdistrict.com/…
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
We are excited to announce that @SlaveryPEC has been awarded continuation funding from @ahrcpress, with @UniofOxford being our new host from April 2024.
The continuation funding enables the Centre to build upon our work so far and transition to long-term sustainability beyond AHRC funding.
The Centre will be part of @OxHumanities at Oxford, @BonaveroIHR, @LivUni & @WilberforceHull will continue as core partners, and the @BinghamCentre at @BIICL will continue to be a collaborative partner.
Read the announcement: modernslaverypec.org/latest/…
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
23 potential modern slavery victims found in 'very poor' conditions. @WMPolice continue investigation. Modern slavery holds maximum life imprisonment & victims qualify for CICA. Crime classification is so important to victims remedy. birminghammail.co.uk/news/mi… @UK_Glaa @WestMidsASN
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
A Friday well spent at the West Midlands Anti-Slavery Day conference!
Thank you to all the speakers and delegates for the brilliant discussions. Let’s keep the conversation going!
#AntiSlaveryWM
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
The West Midlands Anti-Slavery Network has a wealth of information on how to spot the signs of modern slavery and human trafficking, as well as information for victims and survivors. You can find out more at: westmidlandsantislavery.org.
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
Today is #AntiSlaveryDay and the Commissioner joined @WestMidsASN and partners in Nuneaton to help educate people on the signs of modern slavery and human trafficking and the help that is available to victims.
warwickshire-pcc.gov.uk/comm…
ALT A group of people hold posters with information about modern slavery
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
Slavery still happens - and it happens close to home.
On #AntiSlaveryDay2023, we've got definitions, shocking stats, resources and ultimately hope that your Sandwell business can help stamp out the appalling issue of #ModernSlavery.
Take a look: sandwellbusinessambassadors.…
ALT Modern slavery Do you know? 77% of business leaders surveyed said they expect to find modern slavery in their operations or supply chains Hope for Justice and Slave-Free Alliance infographic
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
1⃣ Understanding the value of cultural competency in UK responses to modern slavery.
Research carried out by:
@lawhulluni
@WilberforceHull
@shiva_fdn
@WestMidsASN
modernslaverypec.org/researc…
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
BREAKING: Home Office withdraws new evidential test for ‘reasonable grounds’ (RG) decisions in Modern Slavery Statutory Guidance and agrees to reconsider & review part of the policy which required objective evidence at RG stage.
Interim relief granted in challenge over new statutory guidance on Modern Slavery. Claimant is represented by Shalini Patel & Thomas Munns @DLPublicLaw . Counsel instructed: Chris Buttler KC & Katy Sheridan @matrixchambers & Raza Halim @gardencourtlaw
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West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
“Put simply, there are too few fraudsters who face justice for their crimes."
PCC @SimonFosterPCC has issued a statement on the government's national fraud strategy.
westmidlands-pcc.gov.uk/pcc-…
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network retweeted
Victims of crime in Warwickshire will have high-quality support from newly-commissioned services from April 1. As well as a general support service for all victims of crime, dedicated specialist services will help some of the most vulnerable in society.
warwickshire-pcc.gov.uk/enha…
ALT The logos of the victim support service providers commissioned by @WarwickshirePCC
Nationality and Borders Act- NRM Updates 2023
As of 30/01/23, The Modern Slavery Statutory Guidance for England and Wales has been updated to reflect many of the changes introduced in the Nationality and Borders Act.
For more information please visit: gov.uk/government/publicatio…
