Religious groups call on Australia to prevent modern slavery
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Eighteen national faith leaders are calling on the federal government to legislate to discourage slavery-like conditions in Australia and in its trading partners. Writing as the Australian Freedom Network, they're asking the government and business leaders to support a Modern Slavery Act.The open letter comes from leaders of 18 faith groups including Christian, Muslim, Buddhist, Hindu and Jewish. It expresses concerns about the welfare and human rights of thousands of migrant workers who are either at risk of, or are already experiencing, forced labour in Australia. This feature reveals more details.
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