For years, Sarah was silenced. Now she’s taking back her voice, speaking out about her experience as a survivor of modern slavery, and advocating for thousands of others who remain unheard.
“This can happen to you, no matter who you are,” says Sarah, who lives in Sydney, NSW.
Modern slavery is an umbrella term used to describe human trafficking, slavery, forced labour, debt bondage, forced marriage and slavery -like practices.
“We sometimes have a bit of a stereotyped lens about who this happens to,” Sarah continues. “But for me, the two things that are always present are if you are socially isolated, and you’re financially desperate or are desperate for a better life.”
Growing up