🌎 The Amazon is being cleared at the rate of one thousand soccer fields per day. During #ClimateWeekNYC, Debora Aranha joined Climate Rights International's panel to expose the human cost behind this destruction. Find out more about our work in the Amazon 👉 bit.ly/472GhYf

Driven by climate change, conflict & a lack of employment opportunities, many women migrate from Ethiopia to the Middle East, only to find themselves working under exploitative conditions. During #UNGA Week, we’re proud to stand behind SDG8. Find out about our work in Ethiopia: bit.ly/46cUcf2

The Freedom Fund’s Responsible supply chains initiative invests in cutting-edge accountability-based programs designed to shift corporate behaviour as a driver of forced labour across all sectors of the global economy. During #UNGA Week, we support SDG12. Find out about our work: bit.ly/4njLyl6

As world leaders gather for #UNGA and prepare for #COP30, it’s time to recognise the frontline role environmental defenders play in protecting both ecosystems and democratic values.  Read the article by the Freedom Fund's Dr. Xanthe Scharff: bit.ly/3K1VGQJ

Deforestation fuels exploitation. Exploitation fuels deforestation. We work with frontline groups to curb slave labour in the Amazon, while strengthening protection of the rainforest. During #UNGA High-Level Week, we stand behind SDG13 Climate Action. Find out more about our work: bit.ly/3VVBtyn

The Freedom Fund's Ginny Baumann joined a Coalition for Global Prosperity panel to discuss protecting human rights during global instability. She shared insights from a recent trip to Karamoja, Uganda. Learn about our work there: bit.ly/46NPfJI

In a powerful new TIME article, our Managing Director, Xanthe Scharff, asks a critical question: how can we power the clean energy transition without perpetuating exploitation? time.com/7319360/chil...

Most who fall victim to CSEC in Brazil are Afro-Brazilian girls from poor and marginalised communities. Our program works in partnership with CSOs, local gov and businesses to end this exploitation. During #UNGA Week, we reaffirm our commitment to SDG5. Find out about our work: bit.ly/46s5lqX

A new report from PCI and MRC explores the impact of extreme heat on the health and livelihoods of internal migrants across Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Nepal and the Philippines. 👉 bit.ly/3K8fCS1

🌍 This Climate Week, we’re spotlighting the connection between climate change and modern slavery. In an article for Stanford Social Innovation Review, the Freedom Fund's Ginny Baumann explores how climate change and slavery are interconnected 📖 Read the full article: bit.ly/48pNS54

In Nepal, our program has supported >10,000 children into education by providing tuition classes, access to learning centres, scholarships, and school supplies, with priority given to the children of bonded labourers. During #UNGA Week, we stand behind SDG4. Find out more: bit.ly/42B20Vx

Environmental defenders aren’t just protecting ecosystems—they’re defending democracy. Xanthe Scharff's new piece for @csis.org calls us to listen to Indigenous leaders in the Amazon, like those supported by @freedomfund.bsky.social. Read it here: www.csis.org/analysis/env...

🎨The Cabo Women's Center unveiled the Expression of Freedom Exhibition at the Palace of Culture in Cabo de Santo Agostinho featuring impactful art by girls from the Com.Direitos program. The exhibit will travel through public schools and cultural spaces to inspire change.

In her new article for Center for Strategic and International Studies, the Freedom Fund’s Dr. Xanthe Scharff shows how Indigenous and environmental advocates are the true frontline defenders—protecting land, people, and democratic norms. www.csis.org/analysis/env...

Join us at Climate Rights International's panel on cattle-driven deforestation and human rights abuses in Brazil for #ClimateWeekNYC 📅 September 25 🕑 12–1:30pm EDT 📍 The People's Forum, NYC Register here: bit.ly/4miLY9I

👪 Family members often play a role in placing children into domestic work in urban Nepal. 📊 15% of married girls in Bangladesh meet the criteria for major depressive disorder. 💰 10% of all transplants globally involve illegally acquired organs. Read the full research bulletin here 👉 bit.ly/42mZ0Mo

We are looking for a Research and Impact Data Officer in London! They will manage the digital backbone of our data systems, ensuring impact is measured consistently and meaningfully and provide colleagues and partners with the tools needed to monitor progress. Apply by Sept 29! ➡️ bit.ly/3QdeP1y

Yesterday, the African Institute for Children Studies, in collaboration with our Kenya Hotspot program, NIA, hosted the #YES2025 Summit, a dynamic gathering of youth leaders, policymakers, industry experts, and development partners committed to co-creating solutions for decent work.

Sanjamaya Tamang is Executive Director of Shanti Foundation, established by sex trafficking survivors & HIV-infected/affected women promoting the health, safety, & protection of vulnerable & high-risk women & children. Find out more about the Survivor Leadership Fund here: bit.ly/3HxrpIC

Eradicating all forms of domestic violence and violence against women is key to ensure women and girls are free from modern slavery. At ECDV 2025, our Brazil team shared research on CSEC: at least 1 in 6 girls aged 14–17 in Recife affected. Learn more about our work in Brazil: bit.ly/4gaXhiQ

Finot received a Survivor Leadership Fund grant from the Freedom Fund. The fund provides unrestricted grants to survivor-led organisations to use as they see fit to build their capacity and grow their impact. Find out more here: bit.ly/3HxrpIC

At the European Conference on Domestic Violence in Barcelona, our team shared research on the vulnerabilities of street-connected boys in Dhaka. Find out more and read the paper here: bit.ly/47mxkKZ

We hosted a side event at the Helsinki+50 conference with OSCE and ODIHR. Key takeaway: survivor-centred, multi-stakeholder collaboration is essential to ending human trafficking. Find out more in our summary report: bit.ly/4g3Sobr

Milca Martins Evangelista is a founding member of Sindomesticas, a Survivor Leadership Fund grantee. The Survivor Leadership Fund provides unrestricted grants to survivor-led organisations to use as they see fit to build their capacity and grow their impact. Find out more: bit.ly/3HxrpIC

Survivor-led orgs are leading the fight against modern slavery. At the Freedom Fund, we’re proud to support them through the Survivor Leadership Fund—offering trust-based, flexible funding that breaks down barriers and builds lasting impact. ➡️ bit.ly/3UNsAGJ

Biruh Addis received a Survivor Leadership Fund grant from the Freedom Fund. The fund provides unrestricted grants to survivor-led organisations to use as they see fit to build their capacity and grow their impact. Find out about the impact of the Survivor Leadership Fund here: bit.ly/3HxrpIC

We collaborate to invest in frontline organisations & movements to significantly reduce modern slavery in high-prevalence areas. Find out more: bit.ly/4mRPVDa. Image: Harawa-Charawa Rights Forum, Nepal, demand government action for community rehabilitation ©Filmatory Nepal/The Freedom Fund

🇨🇩 New data on human rights and the environmental impact of mining operations in the DRC 💧 Link between drought and sexual violence in low-and middle-income countries ✈️ New “Air Silk Road” ferrying goods from Xinjiang to Europe That and more in the latest Research Bulletin 👉 bit.ly/4lz6i6m

Import bans are powerful tools that should not be dismissed. In a new piece for @opendemocracy.net, @freedomfund.bsky.social partners @htlegalcenter.bsky.social argue that advocacy for import bans is a critical strategy to target abuses in supply chains: www.opendemocracy.net/en/beyond-tr...

Our partner, Shapla Mohila Sangstha in Bangladesh completed the birth registration process for survivors, mothers, & underage sex workers from two of the region's most dangerous brothels. Without legal identity, people struggle to access services & may be driven to exploitative work bit.ly/4mkEbJE

We are looking for a consultant for a one-year period to work closely with our Ethiopia team to develop an adapted leadership curriculum and strengthen transformative leadership within the Ethiopia survivor-led coalition. Apply by 20 August! ➡️ bit.ly/3QdeP1y

50 million people still live in modern slavery. But local leaders, from women mine owners in the DRC to fishers in Indonesia, are leading real change. Freedom Fund's Xanthe Scharff writes for @devex.com why funding these frontline efforts is key to ending exploitation 👉 bit.ly/3Hx15xZ

We are looking for a consultant for a one-year period to work closely with its Ethiopia team to develop an adapted leadership curriculum and strengthen transformative leadership within the Ethiopia survivor-led coalition. Apply by 20 August! ➡️ bit.ly/3QdeP1y

We stand in solidarity with the Indonesian fishers who have filed a human trafficking lawsuit against US tuna brand Bumble Bee. It is never easy for individuals to go up against influential corporations, but they are. Join us in standing with them: act.gp/solidarity-with-fishers

Ni Ni Aung represented the Freedom Fund at the recent Asia Region Anti-Trafficking Conference. Read our report on the trafficking of Myanmar women for forced marriage and childbearing in china, with @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social and Kachin Women’s Association Thailand, for more info: bit.ly/3UCHqj5

A huge thank you to our incredible panellists and everyone who attended our Helsinki +50 side event yesterday for making it such a meaningful discussion

In 2021, @freedomfund.bsky.social launched the Survivor Leadership Fund with a clear belief: survivor-led organisations deserve better. 4 years and 100+ unrestricted grants later, we're sharing what we've learned: www.freedomfund.org/news/centrin...

Yuki Lo described models of resourcing and partnership that move towards genuine allyship and power-sharing with survivors of modern slavery during our Helsinki +50 conference side panel today.

At our Helsinki +50 conference side panel today, Dr. Kari Johnstone highlighted the significance of the non-punishment principle for those trafficked into forced criminal acts.

At our Helsinki +50 side panel, Itohan Okunday highlighted how survivor experts could & should be engaged to help shape gov policies, & how involving their expertise could improve services for trafficking victims.

Kehinde Ojo spoke about the importance of trauma-informed collaboration in service provision for survivors of modern slavery during our Helsinki +50 conference side panel today.

Yuki Lo highlighted the responsibilities of both governments and the private sector in combating human trafficking during our Helsinki +50 conference side panel today.

For all attending the in-person Helsinki +50 conference tomorrow, we are hosting a side event on the role of CSOs and survivor expertise in anti-trafficking efforts. Join us at 08:45am.

Survivor-led groups are vital to #EndHumanTrafficking, yet they often lack funding & access. We created the Survivor Leadership Fund to back their critical leadership. Read our new evaluation to learn more: bit.ly/416Xr4w

Centering survivor-led orgs is key to addressing exploitation. Released ahead of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, our new report on the Survivor Leadership Fund details key findings from a recent evaluation of its effectiveness. #EndHumanTrafficking bit.ly/416Xr4w

What makes an effective behaviour change campaign? Our new report on systems change highlights key factors: positive messaging, clear calls to action, sustained funding, and diverse communication methods. Learn more: bit.ly/44GedIC

The government of Nepal has officially declaired the Harawa-Charawa free, but survivors are still campaigning for real change. Land, housing, and livelihoods must follow liberation. Read more in our systems change reports: bit.ly/46zDUNC

Even after legal liberation, many in Nepal’s Kamaiya, Haliya & Harawa-Charawa communities still face forced labour. The work isn’t over, but change is possible. Read more! ➡️ bit.ly/3TUBYYM

“Resources must be directed to those who are closest to the harm.” Erin Phelps, our Senior Advisor to the CEO, called for more funding for frontline orgs – those best placed to prevent and respond to harm in global supply chains. Watch a full video of the event here: bit.ly/3UhGDUy

Behind closed doors in Addis Ababa, many child domestic workers face long hours and isolation. A recent evaluation of our Nigat program revealed real changes in social norms, attitudes, living and working conditions. bit.ly/4lYgVQL