Anti-Slavery Day – 18th October

What is Anti-Slavery Day?

It is estimated that there are now 50 million people living in conditions of modern slavery, an increase of 10 million people since the Global Slavery Index was published in 2018. Global issues such as conflict, climate change and authoritarian regimes have increased risks, leaving people more vulnerable to exploitation.

Anti-Slavery Day takes place every year on the 18 October. Anti-Slavery Day is part of Anti-Slavery week, a UK and European awareness week, which this year runs from 14 – 20 October 2024.

In 2010, an Act of Parliament of the United Kingdom introduced a national day to raise awareness of the issue and need to eradicate all forms of slavery, human trafficking and exploitation. Every year on this day businesses, governments, civil society and individuals continue to shine a light on this issue.

Join us to inspire action and promote the variety of ways businesses can act to raise awareness of and address modern slavery risks within their operations and supply chains. #togetheragainstslavery