Episode 8: Training podcast for SMEs - What is forced labour and why should SMEs get involved?

Are you a small- or medium-sized enterprise (SME) owner or employee? Then this podcast series is for you. In three short episodes we introduce you to forced labour, share the latest figures, show you how to spot the signs, and point you in the direction of useful tools and resources. Even better, we introduce you to three SME owners/directors who are taking on forced labour and child labour and making a difference. In this introductory episode Laura Greene, network coordinator, is interviewed by Mariska van der Linden, a consultant working with ILO GBNFL. Laura gives practical examples relevant to SMEs based on her personal experience and the latest evidence. She answers the following questions: • What is forced labour? • How big is the challenge we face? • What are the signs of forced labour a SME is likely to spot? • Why could SMEs be game changers when it comes to eradicating forced labour? Our second episode features three inspiring SMEs that are leading the way and will be published later this month.

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The International Labour Organization (ILO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations and is devoted to promoting social justice and internationally recognized human and labour rights, pursuing its founding mission that labour peace is essential to prosperity. Today, the ILO helps advance the creation of decent work and the economic and working conditions that give working people and business people a stake in lasting peace, prosperity and progress. Its tripartite structure provides a unique platform for promoting decent work for all women and men. Its main aims are to promote rights at work, encourage decent employment opportunities, enhance social protection and strengthen dialogue on work-related issues.