News on forced labour
April 2021
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Switzerland and the ILO sign a new framework agreement
01 April 2021
The ILO also welcomes the announcement of Switzerland’s membership in Alliance 8.7
September 2017
October 2014
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New ILO Protocol on Forced Labour to be discussed with the diplomatic community at the upcoming European Commemoration Day Against Trafficking in Persons in Geneva
14 October 2014
In commemoration of the European Day against Trafficking in Persons, an event will explore the challenges of Protection and Partnership, on October 17th, at the Palais des Nations in Geneva.
October 2013
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EU, Switzerland events highlight scourge of human trafficking
16 October 2013
October 18 is EU anti-trafficking Day, and also marks the start of Switzerland’s first anti-trafficking week. The events aim to raise awareness of the trafficking of human beings, often called modern day slavery. (audio)
March 2012
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Victim of Trafficking... and then?
Roundtable organised by the HEI Graduate Institute. A phenomenon known as "modern day slavery", sex trafficking has become increasingly pervasive. The panel will explore this horrific issue from the perspective of a victim and feature experts who are working to combat human trafficking. Panelists will provide an overview of the problem in Geneva, Switzerland, and at international levels, and examine the steps being taken to address the phenomenon.