Modern Slavery, Forced Labor, and the Private Sector Response
Matt Friedman, MA | September 22 | 10:15-11:15 am
Topic: Conceptual, Internationanl | Knowledge Level: Intermediate
Every four seconds, another person enters a human trafficking situation somewhere in the world. It is estimated that there are over 40 million people in modern-day slavery today, more than any other time in history. To make sense of this important issue and its relevance to today’s business community, Matt Friedman will offer a comprehensive update on this topic. His talk will explore the following: the changing human trafficking paradigm; the relationship between human trafficking and modern slavery; a comprehensive summary of global trends and patterns; an update on emerging legislation; a detailed description of the relationship between human trafficking and business risk; and a description of tangible, practical tools and approaches used by corporations throughout the world to help identify and address this potential problem. Attendees will walk away with a detailed understanding of the importance of private sector involvement in addressing the issue of modern slavery.
Presentation Objectives:
· Describe the relationship between modern slavery and supply chains
· Describe emerging trends related to this topic
· Describe what the private sector is doing in response to these trends