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A new program for forced marriage survivors goes some way to addressing gaps in early intervention, the Australian Red Cross says.

A Global Slavery Index report found the number of people living in modern slavery in Australia had more than doubled in the past four years. As incidents rise, so too does the nation's response, evidenced by an increase in reported cases and government funding. By Melissa Halliday.

Australia is not immune to the rapidly growing global problem of modern slavery. In fact, new research has found the number of people living in modern slavery has more than doubled in the past four years, rising to an estimated 41,000.

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Survivors face multiple barriers to securing adequate housing, including a lack of reliable income and restrictive visa rules.

A recent study shows survivors of modern slavery experience multiple barriers to accessing both temporary accommodation and long-term housing.

Australian Red Cross is welcoming Federal Budget measures to support survivors of human trafficking, forced labour and forced marriage. The

This report presents interim findings from the application of the Refugee Response Index (RRI) to the Australia context, focusing on Pillar 3 of the RRI on

Key points Australia is the most successful multicultural nation in the world. The Coalition Government will keep it that way – with a plan for a strong economy that ensures a stronger future for all who call Australia home. Only a strong economy secures the essential services that all Australians rely on.

How a panicked phone call to the ABC newsroom led to a Four Corners investigation and the dismantling of an alleged sex slave cult By Elise Worthington, ABC Investigations © Provided by ABC NEWS Journalist Elise Worthington experienced vicarious trauma during the five-month investigation. (Four Corners) WARNING: This story contains graphic content that some readers may find upsetting. It started with a panicked call to the ABC switchboard asking to speak to someone in the new...