Information on migrant worker exploitation

There is increasing concern about the risk to vulnerable migrants of being exploited at work in Australia, including modern slavery. These risks have been exacerbated by the impacts of COVID-19, including increasing unemployment and heightened competition for jobs. 

• Modern slavery happens in Australia: a two-page leaflet from the Red Cross that provides basic and easy-to-access information about worker exploitation and modern slavery in Australia.
• Guidelines for NGOs working with trafficked people: a detailed guide developed by the Australian Government for non-government organisations. It includes information on the background to human trafficking and slavery, guidance for working with trafficked people, and an extensive referral guide.