On The Table - A Podcast about Modern Slavery

For Episode 4 of On The Table we are joined by Peter Baynard-Smith (Global Programs Lead, Hagar International) and Giang Thi Thu Thuy (Executive Director, Hagar Vietnam) in a interview that brought together NZ, Australia and Vietnam! Peter and Thuy shared their background and their work with Hagar, with some powerful stories from Vietnam. For nearly 30 years, Hagar has worked with those affected by the trauma of trafficking, slavery and abuse. This is about “The Whole Journey”. An uplifting conversation with a special organisation about their important work.  And you know where to get the tasty wine that makes a difference? 100% of profits from 27 Seconds wine goes to Hagar, building upon the personal connection Alanna has with the Hagar whānau.  CONTACT US: [email protected] CONNECT WITH HAGAR INTERNATIONAL AND DONATE: ⁠https://hagarinternational.org/ Meet Peter Baynard-Smith and Giang Thi Thu Thuy: https://hagarinternational.org/about-us/#our-people 

In Episode 3 of On The Table we turn our attention to our organisations, and what does Modern Slavery mean for the way we do things. We are joined by the amazing Gary Shaw who is an independent consultant in modern slavery and sustainability. Gary shares his personal and professional story including his work with corporates.  We really talking culture and mindset, and how our organisations need to approach an issue like Modern Slavery. Alanna also lets Seán nerd out on the role of procurement (!) and how this fits in organisations. RESOURCES MENTIONED: INNER DEVELOPMENT GOALS - Gary mentioned this project, that takes the Sustainable Development Goals and brings it back to our individual values https://www.innerdevelopmentgoals.org/ A HIDDEN WHOLENESS - Gary refers to this fascinating book by Parker Palmer - A Hidden Wholeness. See summary here: https://www.themarginalian.org/2014/11/03/parker-palmer-hidden-wholeness/  QUOTE - Profit for a company is like oxygen for a person. If you don't have enough of it, you're out of the game. But if you think your life is about breathing, you're really missing something - Peter Drucker. Gary referred to this quote in our interview. CONTACT US: [email protected] CONNECT WITH GARY: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-shaw-0706671b7/

In Episode 2 of On The Table we talk law and explore the journey of legislation around the world and in Aotearoa New Zealand. We are joined by Rebekah Armstrong, Head of Advocacy and Justice at World Vision NZ who takes us through the evolution of legislation and what we can learn. We also ponder what this means for our organisations, and for us as professionals, including several moments of connecting with the human side of this challenge. AND: Since we recorded this podcast, we have exciting news!! Government is proceeding with NZ legislation….more details below. RESOURCES MENTIONED: NZ GOVERNMENT CONSULTATION - Through until 2022, the NZ Government consulted on proposed legislation, which we refer to in this podcast. It received emphatic support. More details are here: https://www.mbie.govt.nz/have-your-say/modern-slavery/ NZ LEGISLATION - The latest on Modern Slavery and Work Exploitation work by the NZ Government can be found here  https://www.mbie.govt.nz/business-and-employment/employment-and-skills/plan-of-action-against-forced-labour-people-trafficking-and-slavery/modern-slavery/#:~:text=The%20Minister%20for%20Workplace%20Relations,through%20a%20new%20public%20register  THE PRESS RELEASE OUTLINING WORK ON LEGISLATION - https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/govt-prescribes-daylight-disinfectant-modern-slavery NOTE: There have been a lot of different perspectives shared on the proposed legislation, supportive of action finally occurring and critical of the absence of aspects that were consulted on. That is probably a fair summary of sentiment! WORLD VISION NZ - One of the leading advocates in NZ, and of course where Rebekah works!  https://www.worldvision.org.nz/causes/advocacy/modern-slavery-legislation/  CONTACT US: [email protected] CONNECT WITH REBEKAH: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekaharmstrong01/  CONNECT WITH WORLD VISION NZ: https://www.worldvision.org.nz/

In Episode 1 of On The Table we share who we are, why we’re having this conversation and the story of 27 Seconds. We then turn our attention to defining and unpacking ‘Modern Slavery’. While we’ve called this ‘Starting at the Top’ it is more than a 101 on modern slavery. This episode covers off some of the key things we think you need to know, while also acknowledging the complexity of an issue like this.  We found ourselves rethinking too…and hope you enjoy the conversation. RESOURCES MENTIONED: THE TRUTH ABOUT MODERN SLAVERY - An outstanding book that unpacks modern slavery and, in particular, some of the narratives that sit alongside the issue. A must read! https://booko.co.nz/w/9901700/The-Truth-about-Modern-Slavery_by_Kenway-Emily  COBALT RED - a great book that demonstrates the complexity of one part of the supply chain that we increasingly depend on globally. https://booko.co.nz/w/9896764/Cobalt-Red-How-the-Blood-of-the-Congo-Powers-Our-Lives_by_Kara-Siddharth THE TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS REPORT - Released annually by the US Department of State, this is a go to in terms of where countries are at in their response, while also highlighting key issues. 2023 Report here https://www.state.gov/reports/2023-trafficking-in-persons-report/ Also see the 2022 Report for more in-depth country-by-country analysis including Tier 2 New Zealand https://www.state.gov/reports/2022-trafficking-in-persons-report/ WALK FREE GLOBAL SLAVERY INDEX - An NGO focussed on slavery worldwide, with their annual Index and plenty of other great content https://cdn.walkfree.org/content/uploads/2023/05/17114737/Global-Slavery-Index-2023.pdf  THE RISKY GOODS - From our whānau at World Vision, who looked at NZ supply chains https://www.worldvision.org.nz/causes/advocacy/modern-slavery-act/risky-goods/ and more recently cosmetics, as well as upcoming legislation (spoiler for future OTT episode!!) https://www.worldvision.org.nz/causes/advocacy/modern-slavery-legislation/  CONTACT US: [email protected]

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