We are a group of passionate abolitionists who want to take an active stand against the brutal injustices of human trafficking and modern day slavery which are happening all around us. We believe that together we can make a difference in our corner of the world.

 

In 2017 a handful of us began meeting regularly in our homes, to educate ourselves on this issue both globally and locally and Amabel and Sue came together in early 2018 to form a group. We quickly realised we needed to use our voices to speak up on behalf of those whose voice could not be heard and began running awareness raising events in our local community. We carried out research and put together resources to empower change. We connected with frontline organisations working directly with victims and survivors and supported them by gathering useful donations, fundraising, speaking at events and generally using our personal networks and social media platforms for good. 

 

Some team members have been engaged in this fight for years, others just started dipping their toes in as they felt their hearts stirred. Some have befriended survivors and others hosted them in their own home.

 

Today we are a part of the Oxfordshire Anti-Slavery Network, led by the Anti Slavery Coordinator for Oxfordshire and the Modern Slavery Lead at Thames Valley Police, working together to end modern slavery in the county.

 

In 2023 we launched the Survivor Support Hub which directly supports individuals who have been exploited or are deemed at risk of exploitation.  Our aim is to support and equip them to come out of exploitative work situations, to find new employment and rebuild their lives.