SCLCI Early Editions: "Supply Chain Management as a Force Against Modern Slavery"
The role of the individual consumer, the corporation, government and organizations in the elimination of modern slavery.
Supply Chain Management as a Force Against Modern Slavery
Understanding Modern Slavery:
Modern slavery encompasses various forms of exploitation, including human trafficking, forced labor, debt bondage, and child labor. It is estimated that over 40 million people worldwide are trapped in these circumstances, silently suffering and their lives are under the control of their oppressors.
The Impact of Modern Slavery:
The consequences of modern slavery ripple across the globe, affecting individuals, communities, and entire economies. Those trapped in slavery endure physical, psychological, and emotional abuse, while their captor's profit from their forced labor or exploitation.