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
Advocates for justice
22 Oct 2024 | Feature, Modern slavery
Toluwanimi Jaiyebo-Okoro explains how the Army is fighting human trafficking around the world.
‘Organised criminals are always one step ahead’
19 Oct 2024 | Interview, Modern slavery
Major Kathy Betteridge talks to George Tanton about the Army’s fight to make modern slavery more visible.
Exodus 22: Show some compassion
19 Oct 2024 | Bible study, Modern slavery
Major Estelle Blake urges us to care for those who are tricked, trapped and traded.
Modern slavery: Survivors’ song
16 Oct 2024 | Interview, Modern slavery
Major Lynne Shaw talks to ‘Dreams’ international singing group about the release of their own song.
A safe space to sing
9 Oct 2023 | Feature, Modern slavery
Simon Hope hears about the impact of the international singing group ‘Dreams’.
Ep 31: Sunday Worship with Major Estelle Blake
24 Sep 2023 | Podcast, Sunday Worship
Major Estelle Blake shares a Bible message for The Salvation Army's International Day of Prayer for Victims of Human Trafficking.
Secret service
23 Sep 2023 | Interview, Modern slavery
Major Estelle Blake unpacks the vital role that chaplains play in safe houses for survivors of modern slavery.
Meet the life-changers: Why volunteer for The Salvation Army?
27 Jun 2023 | Testimony, Modern slavery
Salvationist finds out why people choose to volunteer for the Anti-Trafficking and Modern Slavery Department.
Prayer, politics and the Illegal Migration Bill
23 Jun 2023 | Viewpoint, Modern slavery
Ahead of an ecumenical call to prayer, Major Nick Coke reminds us that we are called to engage with the world.
Modern slavery legislation: Taking a stand
13 Feb 2023 | Feature, Modern slavery
As new legislation is touted in the media, Captain Marion Rouffet and Nick Herbert ask what we’re doing to stand with modern slavery survivors.