Learning outcomes from this event:
By the end of the training session, participants will be able to:
- Understand the different types of employment-based exploitation, including unfair working conditions, wage theft, harassment, and modern slavery
- Recognize common signs of exploitation, such as working excessively long hours without adequate pay, threats of deportation or violence, and unsafe working conditions
- Identify and utilize emergency support and reporting resources, including contacting the police, modern slavery helpline, and Crimestoppers
- Access and provide information on legal advice and representation from organizations like Citizens Advice Waltham Forest, ACAS, and London Legal Support Trust
- Support victims of modern slavery through organizations such as Hope for Justice and The Salvation Army Modern Slavery Support
- Connect individuals with employment rights organizations like the Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority, Equality Advisory Support Service, and Unite the Union
- Offer mental health and wellbeing support through services like Mind in Waltham Forest, Victim Support, and Samaritans
- Navigate local support services in Waltham Forest, including Waltham Forest Council, Waltham Forest Migrant Action, and Forest Churches Emergency Night Shelter
- Utilize national helplines and support services, such as the National Domestic Abuse Helpline, TUC WorkSmart, and Refugee Council
- Encourage victims to document evidence, seek advice, report abuse, and access support services
Objectives:
The objectives of the training session are to:
- Equip professionals with the knowledge and tools to identify and support victims of employment-based exploitation
- Provide a comprehensive understanding of the resources and services available to victims in Waltham Forest
- Foster a collaborative approach among professionals to ensure victims receive the necessary support and justice
These outcomes and objectives aim to empower professionals to effectively support victims and contribute to the broader effort of combating employment-based exploitation
