18 October
Anti-Slavery Day
It takes an army to combat modern slavery.
Thousands are being held in modern slavery in communities across the UK right now. Many are hidden in plain sight, silenced by fear or unaware that support is available.
Each one of us can play our part in helping to end modern slavery. In being able to recognise the signs of modern slavery and knowing how to respond safely, you could help someone find the support they need.
- Explore our guide to discovering practical ways you can help.
Watch the video below to learn how to spot the signs.
Find out how you can stand in solidarity with survivors this Anti-Slavery Day (18 October) and beyond.
The Salvation Army's International Positional Statement on Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking.
Latest news and features
Fighting modern slavery: It takes an Army!
17 Oct 2026 | Feature, Modern slavery
Salvationist hears how people are doing their part to combat modern slavery and support survivors.
Modern slavery conversation cafés: Something to talk about
17 Oct 2026 | Feature, Modern slavery
Stevie Hope explores how conversation cafés are welcoming people and building community.
Way In, Way Out: Protecting young people from County Lines
17 Oct 2026 | Modern slavery, Feature
Addictions Development Officer Yassir Mohammed tells Lyn Woods about Way In, Way Out, the Army’s County Lines training.
Major Estelle Blake: ‘We can’t fix the past, but we can be present with survivors’
16 Oct 2026 | Interview, War Cry
Salvation Army chaplain Major Estelle Blake talks about her work of supporting people who have been the victims of modern slavery.
Amelia Flanagan: ‘My Emmerdale character showed modern slavery hidden in plain sight’
15 Oct 2026 | Interview, War Cry
To mark Anti-Slavery Day (Sunday 18 October), soap actress Amelia Flanagan reflects on April’s experiences and why, one year later, her story of control and abuse was worth telling.
5 ways you can help end modern slavery
12 Oct 2026 | Feature, Modern slavery
Find out how you can stand in solidarity with survivors this Anti-Slavery Day (18 October) and beyond.
Soap shines spotlight on modern slavery
12 Nov 2025 | War Cry, Interview
When ITV’s Emmerdale decided to create a storyline highlighting the horrors of modern slavery, the show’s writers and Joshua Richards, who plays victim Bear Wolf, asked The Salvation Army for help.
Understanding modern slavery
18 Oct 2025 | Modern slavery, Interview
Territorial Director of Anti-Trafficking and Modern Slavery Major Kathy Betteridge tells Salvationist about the realities of modern slavery in the UK.
Ep 143: Sunday Worship with Major Heather Grinsted
17 Oct 2025 | Podcast, Sunday Worship
Anti-Slavery Day special: Deputy Director for Anti Trafficking and Modern Slavery Major Heather Grinsted (THQ) challenges us to live out God’s grace through bold and compassionate action for justice.
Modern slavery: What does a volunteer first responder do?
13 Oct 2025 | Modern slavery, Interview
Norree Webb talks to George Tanton about the volunteer first responders interviewing modern slavery survivors.