Jhon Munoz, Global Partners Manager of Stronger Together Spain said, “ Addressing modern slavery is becoming a critical and complex issue for organizations to tackle. Sergio Barbera, Conexion Social director of the Forums commented, “ Anticipating issues, also being generous and transparent while collaborating, are the keys for success at an initiative like the Forums and working along with a great organization like Stronger Together surely will add great value and help to achieve our shared goals.“ Stronger Together’s expertise in tackling modern slavery in global supply chains, and the Forums’ experience in the improvement of labour challenges will offer a robust contribution to suppliers and their customers. Sharing insights and learning between the organisations.Stronger Together will join and participate in different ETF working groups such as Responsible use of labour providers, Circular labour migration and Grievance mechanisms.Joint capacity building webinars for producers.The collaboration between the two organisations will include: At the same time, the Forums provide producers with opportunities for capacity building and learning with expert input and, through grower-led topical working groups, practical tools and solutions for critical labour challenges are developed.
The Ethical Trade Forums offer a space for all those in the Spanish agri-food supply chain to share experiences and good practices on a wide range of labour matters. Stronger Together focuses on providing specialist guidance, training, and resources for businesses on detecting, deterring, and dealing with forced labour that is practical, pragmatic and easy for any business, of any size to understand and use. Modern slavery is a hidden crime that many businesses are not aware of or equipped to identify and prevent. The high proportion of temporary migrant workers – often female, sometimes lacking the correct legal status and recruited through outsourced labour brokers – coupled with low rates of representation and an absence of grievance mechanisms contributes to significant vulnerability and heightened risks of exploitation. The Spanish horticulture sector has grown exponentially in the last twenty years, resulting in economic growth and job creation, which in turn has attracted many temporary workers. The two organisations have signed a unique collaboration agreement that will maximise the impact of both organisations in improving labour conditions and tackling forced labour in Spanish agricultural production Tackling Forced Labour in the South African Agricultural Sector.Tackling Modern Slavery in Businesses – Australia.Tackling Modern Slavery in the UK – Recruiters.Tackling Modern Slavery in the UK – Supervisors.Tackling Forced Labour in Businesses – Manufacturing.Tackling Forced Labour in Businesses – Aquaculture and fishing.Tackling Forced Labour in Businesses – Agriculture.Tackling Forced Labour in Businesses – General version for businesses outside the UK.Tackling Modern Slavery in Businesses – General UK version.Ethical Practices for Supervisors in Agri-businesses workshop – South Africa.Eliminating Worker-Paid Recruitment Fees.Awareness Raising Sessions for Agri-workers and Worker Representatives – South Africa.Tackling Modern Slavery Through Supplier Visits.Introduction to Responsible Recruitment for US Fresh Produce.Introduction to Responsible Recruitment.Reduciendo riesgos a través de buenas prácticas laborales en la agricultura española.Taking Your Next Steps: A Follow-up Workshop for Agri-Businesses, South Africa.Detecting, Deterring and Dealing with Forced Labour in Agri-Businesses – South Africa.Investigative Interviewing Skills in the Workplace.Tackling Modern Slavery in Global Supply Chains.Tackling Modern Slavery in the Construction Sector.Good Practice in Handling Suspected and Reported Cases of Forced Labour.Tackling Modern Slavery through Purchasing Practices.Advanced Tackling Modern Slavery in UK Businesses.
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