Modern slavery in Australia
This website brings together authoritative, factual information on modern slavery in Australia, including how to get help and how to support someone else. It provides information for people interested in understanding Australia's modern slavery laws and policies. It also contains useful guidance, training and resources.
Need urgent help?
If you or someone you know is not safe, or it is an emergency, phone Triple Zero (000) and ask to speak to the police. You can ask for an interpreter if you need one.
Learn about modern slavery
Modern slavery is when someone is forced to work, marry or do other things through coercion (like manipulation, control or violence), threats or lies.
It takes away someone’s freedom to make choices for themselves.
Modern slavery has many forms, including human trafficking, slavery and slavery-like practices such as forced labour and forced marriage.
Help and support
Guidance, training and resources on modern slavery
Quick links
Triple Zero (000)
Help in an emergency
Report and get help for modern slavery
A new and independent Commissioner to help prevent and respond to modern slavery
Support with workplace rights
Protection for visa holders reporting exploitation
Additional Referral Pathway to the Support for Trafficked People Program
Delivers the Support for Trafficked People Program
Support with legal and migration advice
Support for forced marriage
Support if you’re in or at risk of modern slavery at work
Statements under the Modern Slavery Act and resources for business
Free and confidential interpreting