Modern Slavery & Exploitation Awareness

Community & Diversity

Wednesday 20 January 2027

This 1-hour, informal and engaging session will introduce The Clewer Initiative, a charity working nationally to raise awareness of modern slavery and exploitation and to encourage local action.

Modern slavery cases have been found in our diocese. But Clewer believe that the tools to end modern slavery already exist within the local community and that churches, with a presence in every neighbourhood and deep roots in community life, are uniquely placed to mobilise the people, resources, compassion and action needed to create lasting change. To do this, there is an urgent need to raise awareness of modern slavery and equip individuals and communities to know how to spot the signs of slavery and report concerns.

Through this session, we will explore:

• An overview of modern slavery in the UK
• The local context, and an understanding of vulnerabilities
• An illustration of the Safe Car Wash App
• The role churches can play in preventing exploitation
• An overview of resources Clewer can offer churches and faith organisations

Clewer Initiative is a Christian charity, but the content will be an overview of the topic and suitable for people all faiths and none.

Who is it for: Clergy, Readers, Church Officers, Safeguarding Leads, Children and Families Workers or Social Action Project Leads and anyone with an interest in the topic,

Course Hosts: Presented by Lois Bosatta (Director of the Clewer Initiative) and facilitated by Carrie Blount (Community Development Officer, Diocese of Lichfield) 

Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Venue: Online via Zoom

Cost: Free

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