We loved meeting this week as a trio to brainstorm all things comms!
Ayshea is our new National Projects Officer - she started on Monday and we can't wait to introduce her to you all properly!
#teamlife
#newseason
#modernslavery
What can you, and your children do, to avoid online grooming?
Scroll right and read final three tips from Tony Dunkerley, an international law enforcement advisor and modern slavery trainer.
Why not share these tips with another parent or friend?
clewer.org.uk/resources/ch...
#childexploitation
The Government’s annual summary and breakdown of the number of potential victims of modern slavery referred into the National Referral Mechanism (NRM) was published recently.
💭Which of these statistics do you find most troubling or surprising?
#survivorcare
#NRM
#modernslavery
Interested in knowing how to protect children from online grooming?
Scroll right and read three more tips that Tony Dunkerley, international law enforcement advisor and modern slavery trainer, shared with us.
To read about all nine important safeguarding steps, go to our blog: bit.ly/407WzvG
Today is #InternationalWomensDay 2026.
There has never been a more important time to stand up and advocate for laws that protect women and girls from violence, discrimination, and exploitation.
#IWD2026 #IWD2026 #ForAllWomenAndGirls
For the third week of #Lent, we are running a short series on how to protect children from #onlinegrooming.
In #ChildrenintheShadows Revisited, Tony Dunkerley suggests nine steps parents can take to avoid online grooming.
FInd out more: bit.ly/407WzvG
For the third week of Lent, we are raising awareness of how children are increasingly being groomed online.
Watch our interview with Tony Dunkerley and learn more about what we can do to protect children.
bit.ly/3MTq41o
#childexploitation
#onlinegrooming
The Clewer Initiative joins many others on this sad day to give thanks for the witness and ministry of Rt Revd Andrew Watson, the Bishop of Guildford. He was our patron and we benefited enormously from his generosity, care and support.
May he rest in peace and rise in glory.
As part of our Lent reflections, Holly Jones explores the role faith and community groups can play in providing safe spaces for #modernslavery survivors and their children to process their #trauma and receive support and friendship.
Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewCh...
❓Research suggests that 30% of trafficking survivors have experienced pregnancy during exploitation.
👶🏾There are at least 5000 children of modern slavery victims in the UK, yet most services and support are focused on the adult survivor.
Find out more, bit.ly/3OISYSq
❓Have you received our March newsletter which focuses on technology and trafficking?
It contains interviews with Tony Dunkerley about online grooming; Ruth Dearnley about STOP THE TRAFFIK's innovative solutions and profiles IJM's recent campaign
➡️https://mailchi.mp/clewer.org.uk/techsolutions
For week 2 of #Lent, we are thinking about the #IntergenerationalTrauma children of #modernslavery victims experience.
Find out more by watching our film in which we interview Holly Jones of the University of Nottingham’s Rights Lab:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewCh...
❓ What is the National Referral Mechanism and what is the role of 'First Responder' referral organisations?
👮🏼 In collaboration with Surrey Police, we have created a short film to help practitioners or the general public understand the NRM better.
Watch today: www.youtube.com/watch?v=XiIM...
Last week, Lois spoke to Just Love Brum about #fastfashion and issues surrounding worker rights, over consumption and how we can make better decisions about what we buy and wear to live lightly and conscientiously.
Lois loved meeting you - thanks for the invite!
#SustainableFashion #SocialJustice
This #Lent we are shining a light on #childexploitation
What does @ECPATUK think churches could do to help?
Find out more about trauma-informed care and the ongoing need for foster parents in week 1 of Children in the Shadows
bit.ly/3LYQPkE
#Lent2026
#ChildrenintheShadows
#childtrafficking
As we enter the season of Lent, please join us in praying for the many victims of modern slavery that are hidden in plain sight in our communities.
#WeSeeYou
#ChildrenintheShadows
Lent starts next week.
Could you use this season of reflection to shine a light on #modernslavery and #childexploitation?
Who could you tell about #ChildrenintheShadows?
Could you organise an evening to watch the six films back-to-back and discuss them?
Find out more: bit.ly/3LYQPkE
#Lent2026
The Clewer Intiative is working to prevent modern slavery, raise awareness and education, and develop community support responses for survivors.
We are 100% reliant on grants from trusts and the generosity of individuals.
To find out more, visit clewer.org.uk/who-we-are/f...
#February8 is St Bakhita’s Day
Born in Sudan in 1869, Josephine #Bakhita was sold into slavery at the age of 7.
She endured abuse, violence, and the denial of her dignity. Once free, she dedicated her life to serving others, living with humility, tenderness, and joy.
In six hours, you could learn about
- #ChildTrafficking in the UK
- The intergenerational impact of modern slavery
- #OnlineGrooming
- #CountyLines
- How tech is helping to fight #exploitation on a global scale
Download our new resource today.
bit.ly/4pSQT38
Don't forget today's Online Pilgrimage of Prayer against Human Trafficking, starting at 11am (CET)!
The pilgrimage will be live-streamed in five languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, and Italian.
Join the live stream: www.prayagainsttrafficking.net
#PrayAgainstTrafficking
Our final enabler is "Regional Support".
It ensures prevention work is shaped by local insight, providing coordination and expertise while simultaneously strengthening the national response.
What does regional risk look like where you are?
How can we help? Let us know.
This lunchtime, join young people from around the world at an online event dedicated to youth-led initiatives addressing #humantrafficking!
Join on Zoom: bit.ly/young-leaders-against-trafficking
#PrayAgainstTrafficking #EndHumanTrafficking
#HumanDignity
We are looking for a National Projects Officer and a Digital Comms Officer.
Interviews are underway but there's still chance to apply.
Both roles are rare opportunities to work in the #modernslavery sector and make a difference every day!
Find out more: clewer.org.uk/jointheteam
In six hours, you could learn about
- #ChildTrafficking in the UK
- The intergenerational impact of modern slavery
- #OnlineGrooming
- #CountyLines
- How tech is helping to fight #exploitation on a global scale
Download our new resource today.
bit.ly/4pSQT38
Our monthly newsletter has just gone out to our supporter base.
If you don't receive it, please consider signing up at bit.ly/3LLAqzT
This month's newsletter has a special focus on #childexploitation.
Read it here: bit.ly/4brnGZF
Thank you #CallTheMidwife and BBC One for having the courage to tackle a #domesticservitude plot line so sensitively in your show on Sunday night (Series 15, episode 3).
Find out more about domestic servitude and supporting victims of #modernslavery bit.ly/45FEuIx
Thank you #CallTheMidwife and BBC One for having the courage to tackle a #domesticservitude plot line so sensitively in your show on Sunday night (Series 15, episode 3).
Find out more about domestic servitude and supporting victims of #modernslavery bit.ly/45FEuIx
Did you know that #modernslavery affects people of all ages, including children?
That’s why, we've created #ChildrenintheShadows to shine a light on the suffering of children.
Find out more by downloading our film-based resource today!
bit.ly/4pSQT38
#Lent2026
Our 3rd set of enablers is "Ecumenical and Interfaith Work"
Interdenominational and interfaith partnerships widen our reach and create a more resilient network of protection around those at risk.
Who could you collaborate with in your area?
