Modern Slavery Policy

Freedom for Humanity
Last updated: August 2026

1. Our Commitment

Freedom for Humanity exists to help end human trafficking and modern slavery through awareness, education, advocacy, partnerships and practical support.

We recognise that modern slavery is a serious violation of human rights. It removes a person’s freedom, dignity, safety and ability to make choices for themselves.

We are committed to acting with integrity, care and accountability in everything we do. This includes the way we work with survivors, volunteers, suppliers, donors, corporate partners and community organisations.

We do not tolerate modern slavery, human trafficking, exploitation, coercion, abuse or unethical conduct in any part of our organisation, partnerships or activities.

2. Purpose of This Policy

This policy explains how Freedom for Humanity seeks to prevent, identify and respond to modern slavery risks connected to our work.

It applies to our:

• Board members
• Staff, contractors and volunteers
• Suppliers and service providers
• Donors, sponsors and corporate partners
• Event partners and community collaborators
• Programs, campaigns and fundraising activities

3. What We Mean by Modern Slavery

Modern slavery can take many forms. It may include:

• Human trafficking
• Forced labour
• Forced marriage
• Servitude
• Slavery and slavery-like practices
• Debt bondage
• Deceptive recruitment
• Child exploitation
• Coercion, threats, control or abuse used to restrict a person’s freedom

Modern slavery is often hidden. It can occur in homes, workplaces, supply chains, communities and situations where people are controlled through fear, isolation, financial pressure, immigration status, family pressure or threats.

4. Our Principles

Freedom for Humanity is guided by the following principles:

Human dignity

Every person has the right to freedom, safety, respect and self-determination.

Survivor-centred practice

Where survivor stories or experiences are shared, we will prioritise consent, privacy, safety and dignity.

Informed consent

We will not share a survivor’s name, image, story or personal details without clear permission.

Transparency

We aim to be clear about how we operate, how funds are used and how partnerships support our mission.

Accountability

We will take concerns seriously and respond appropriately where modern slavery, exploitation or unethical conduct is suspected.

Prevention through awareness

We believe education and awareness are essential to helping communities recognise modern slavery and take action.

5. Working With Survivors and People With Lived Experience

Freedom for Humanity may share survivor stories, videos, images or personal journeys as part of awareness, education and advocacy work.

When doing so, we will:

• Seek informed consent before sharing any personal story or image
• Respect a survivor’s choice to remain anonymous
• Allow names, images or identifying details to be changed where needed
• Avoid graphic, sensational or exploitative storytelling
• Give survivors the choice to withdraw or update their consent where possible
• Prioritise emotional safety, dignity and respect
• Avoid presenting survivors only through what happened to them

Survivor stories are shared to create awareness, educate the community and inspire action, not to exploit trauma.

6. Suppliers, Partners and Sponsors

Freedom for Humanity expects suppliers, partners and sponsors to act ethically and responsibly.

When working with external parties, we may consider whether they:

• Operate in a way that aligns with our values
• Have appropriate policies or processes relating to modern slavery, human rights or ethical conduct
• Treat workers, staff, volunteers and contractors fairly
• Are transparent about their business practices where relevant
• Avoid conduct that could cause reputational or ethical risk to Freedom for Humanity

Where appropriate, Freedom for Humanity may ask partners or sponsors to confirm that they do not knowingly engage in, support or benefit from modern slavery or exploitative practices.

We reserve the right to decline or end a partnership if there are serious concerns about conduct, ethics, modern slavery risk or misalignment with our mission.

7. Donations and Fundraising

Freedom for Humanity aims to ensure that fundraising and donations are handled with integrity.

We will take reasonable steps to ensure that donations, sponsorships and partnerships are consistent with our purpose and values.

Where a donation or partnership raises ethical concerns, the Board may review whether it should be accepted, declined or returned.

8. Volunteers, Staff and Contractors

Freedom for Humanity expects all people involved in our organisation to act lawfully, ethically and respectfully.

We will not tolerate:

• Exploitation of workers, volunteers or contractors
• Bullying, intimidation, harassment or coercion
• Unsafe or unethical working arrangements
• Abuse of power or position
• Conduct that places vulnerable people at risk

Volunteers and team members should be treated with respect and provided with clarity about their role, responsibilities and expectations.

9. Identifying and Responding to Concerns

Freedom for Humanity encourages anyone connected to the organisation to raise concerns if they suspect modern slavery, exploitation, unethical conduct or harm.

Concerns may relate to:

• A person who may be experiencing modern slavery
• A supplier, sponsor or partner
• A volunteer, staff member or contractor
• An event, program, campaign or fundraising activity
• The misuse of survivor stories, images or personal information

Any concern raised will be treated seriously and handled with care.

Where appropriate, Freedom for Humanity may:

• Escalate the matter to the Board
• Seek professional or legal advice
• Refer the matter to an appropriate support service or authority
• Pause or end a supplier, sponsor or partner relationship
• Review internal processes to reduce future risk

10. If Someone Is in Immediate Danger

Freedom for Humanity is not an emergency service, law enforcement agency or crisis response organisation.

If someone is in immediate danger in Australia, call Triple Zero (000) and ask for police.

If you suspect that you or someone else may be experiencing modern slavery, human trafficking, forced marriage, forced labour or a slavery-like practice in Australia, contact the
Australian Federal Police on 131 237 (131 AFP).

11. Privacy and Confidentiality

Freedom for Humanity will handle personal and sensitive information with care.

We will seek to protect the privacy of survivors, volunteers, donors, partners and community members.

We will not publish private or identifying information without permission unless required by law or necessary to protect a person from serious harm.

12. Governance and Review

The Freedom for Humanity Board is responsible for overseeing this policy and ensuring that the organisation continues to strengthen its governance, transparency and risk management practices.

This policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains relevant, practical and aligned with Freedom for Humanity’s purpose.

13. Contact

If you have a concern about this policy or wish to raise a modern slavery-related matter connected to Freedom for Humanity, please contact us through our website contact form.

Website: freedomforhumanity.org.au