Watch Jing's story and discover the power of art in helping victims of modern slavery in the recovery process. youtu.be/gIal6NDwRuc?si…

We give thanks for the wonderful witness and ministry of Pope Francis – especially his leadership of the worldwide fight against modern slavery. His support, teaching and example have been a source of inspiration and practical guidance for The Clewer Initiative.

Rev. Edwina Fennemore (one of our trustees) joined the Sisters of Talitha Kum Rome and the Global Youth Ambassadors for the week against human trafficking in February. Pope Francis championed survivor- led projects that transform indifference to action. Luca Ferrari

😢 #modernslavery & #humantrafficking are growing relentlessly in every society across the world. 😐 Why? 🔎 Find out about some of the factors causing this growth bit.ly/3O8NAVj #endmodernslavery Hope for Justice Unseen @UK_Glaa Metropolitan Police Unseen

💰 Did you know #FinancialExploitation is a form of #ModernSlavery used to further control victims often targeted based on existing vulnerabilities such as age & disability. 🔗 Find out how to spot the signs & ways you can fight back bit.ly/3gUxod3 #ChildExploitation

😢 There is often a direct link between #refugees and #ModernSlavery. ❓ Why❓ ℹ️ Increased vulnerability 👉 Find out more bit.ly/45VaoPU #EndModernSlavery #CompassionIntoAction

A powerful #CountyLines psalm for by Simon Burton-Jones. #ChildExploitation #LabourExploitation #ModernSlavery #Psalm23 #Countylines The Church of England Medaille Trust UCB Premier Christian Radio

ℹ️ Did you know #DomesticServitude is a form of #ModernSlavery where the employee cannot leave of their own free will? 🤔 Would you know how to spot the signs? 🔗 For more info bit.ly/3hlGO14 #labourexploitation #humantrafficking @UK_Glaa Hope for Justice Unseen

We are delighted to welcome our new Director, Lois Bosatta! She joins us from Rights Lab where she was the Head of Business Development and Partnerships. Lois’ first day is Mon 16th June. If you would like to get in touch with her, please email [email protected]

🤔 Do you know what #labourexploitation is? 😢 Do you know what makes people vulnerable to this form of #modernslavery? 🔗 Find out more bit.ly/48RgaCU 🌐 theclewerinitiative.org #endmodernslavery #endhumantrafficking #endlabourexploitan

🤔 Do you know what a #modernslavery ambassador is? bit.ly/49ie7I1 ℹ️ Find out how this unique idea developed & resulted in awareness & action growing in Chichester Diocese and Roman Catholic Diocese of Arundel & Brighton as each ambassador passed on their knowledge. #endmodernslavery #endhumantrafficking

The Diocese of Oxford is looking for 4 passionate people to become Volunteer Advocates Against Modern Slavery! The role would involve talking with churches and groups, running Clewer Initiative courses, and organising an awareness event for Anti-Slavery Day. bit.ly/4d9xTbY

🤔 Is prevention better than cure? 3️⃣ Reasons why we think so can be found right here! bit.ly/3uc4XOm 🌐 theclewerinitaitive.org Hope for Justice Unseen @UK_Glaa National Crime Agency (NCA) Surrey Police #endmodernslavery #endhumantrafficking

🤔 How does the huge shortage of workers in the care sector drive #modernslavery cases & open the door to unscrupulous employment agencies? ℹ️ Find out more on our blog bit.ly/3JCtz6R #labourexploitation #humantrafficking #caresector

🚨 Terri's Story of #ModernSlavery in the #CareSector bit.ly/4d1EODv 😫 Exhausting & relentless work with no scheduled time off 😮 Visiting 18 patients, walking 10 miles a day, 7 days a week 🚽Got a urine infection because there was no time to visit the toilet

🤷‍♀️ So what happens once a #safeguarding referral is made to a Parish #Safeguarding Officer? 🗣️We explain the process in our blog 👉 bit.ly/3MLcKrS

Good reporting ensures: 👉 The right information is given to the right people in a timely manner. 👉 Enables #safeguarding professionals to identify if there's a concern & whether swift action is needed. Read more from a Safeguarding Manager bit.ly/40RJlSg

🥳Our summer newsletter is out! It includes: ⭐A spotlight on modern slavery and homelessness ⭐Ideas for Anti-Slavery Day ⭐Portsmouth City Council experiences an uplift in referrals To read the newsletter: bit.ly/3UzZOJo To subscribe: bit.ly/3IyOqLj

✍🏾Earlier this month, Portsmouth City Council reported that modern slavery referrals from the Portsmouth area had doubled in a year. 👍🏾While an increase in the number of referrals may seem negative, it is positive to see referral processes working and people knowing how to respond.

Last month, The Passage Charity and Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner launched 'Modern Slavery and Homelessness: Preventing Exploitation in the UK' They looked at how and where prevention is working and reviewed the work of 14 charities including The Clewer. Read here: bit.ly/44EVE9f