On The Table - A Podcast about Modern Slavery

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Thanks for joining us at On The Table. We wanted to contribute to the important conversation about Modern Slavery in Aotearoa New Zealand, and put the issue 'on the table' for you and your organisations. Particularly as awareness and momentum grows and as we move towards the introduction of legislation. This podcast is for those in business or governance roles who want to learn more about the issue and to move towards action. Each episode unpacks a piece, plus we've got some amazing guests. Hosted by Alanna and Sean, and proudly brought to you by 27 Seconds - Seriously Good Wine.

Episodes

  1. 09/18/2023

    On The Table Ep2: Modern slavery legislation...coming soon to NZ

    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: onthetable@27seconds.co.nz CONNECT WITH REBEKAH: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekaharmstrong01/  CONNECT WITH WORLD VISION NZ: https://www.worldvision.org.nz/

  2. 09/11/2023

    On The Table Ep1: Starting at the top

    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: onthetable@27seconds.co.nz

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Thanks for joining us at On The Table. We wanted to contribute to the important conversation about Modern Slavery in Aotearoa New Zealand, and put the issue 'on the table' for you and your organisations. Particularly as awareness and momentum grows and as we move towards the introduction of legislation. This podcast is for those in business or governance roles who want to learn more about the issue and to move towards action. Each episode unpacks a piece, plus we've got some amazing guests. Hosted by Alanna and Sean, and proudly brought to you by 27 Seconds - Seriously Good Wine.