Our Focus 

Protecting Vulnerable People from Exploitation and Abuse

United Nationals Countryless Children (UNCC) is committed to preventing and responding to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child exploitation, forced marriage, and other forms of abuse affecting vulnerable individuals and communities.

Modern slavery occurs when a person cannot leave or refuse a situation because of threats, violence, coercion, deception, abuse of power, or exploitation. It can affect people of all ages, backgrounds, and nationalities, particularly those experiencing poverty, displacement, conflict, discrimination, or social exclusion.

Types of Modern Slavery

Modern slavery may include:

• Human trafficking and exploitation.

• Forced labour and labour exploitation.

• Child labour and child exploitation.

• Slavery and servitude.

• Debt bondage.

• Forced or early marriage.

• Domestic servitude.

• Sexual exploitation and abuse.

• Deceptive recruitment practices.

• Exploitation of refugees, migrants, and vulnerable workers.

Root Causes

UNCC recognises that modern slavery is often driven by:

• Poverty and economic hardship.

• Conflict, displacement, and forced migration.

• Lack of education and employment opportunities.

• Gender inequality and discrimination.

• Social isolation and vulnerability.

• Abuse of power and corruption.

• Limited access to legal protection and support services.

Warning Signs

Possible indicators of modern slavery may include:

• Restricted movement or isolation.

• Threats, intimidation, or fear.

• Physical or psychological abuse.

• Confiscation of identity documents.

• Unpaid or withheld wages.

• Unsafe or degrading living and working conditions.

• Excessive working hours.

• Forced dependence on an employer or recruiter.

• Child exploitation or school-aged children working in hazardous conditions.

What To Do If You Suspect Modern Slavery

If someone is in immediate danger, contact emergency services immediately.

If you believe a person may be experiencing exploitation or modern slavery:

• Prioritise the person's safety.

• Do not confront suspected offenders.

• Respect privacy and confidentiality.

• Seek the person's consent before sharing information where safe and appropriate.

• Contact relevant authorities or support services.

• Refer the matter to organisations experienced in protection and safeguarding.

UNCC Commitment

UNCC maintains a Zero Tolerance Policy towards:

• Modern slavery.

• Human trafficking.

• Child exploitation.

• Forced labour.

• Sexual exploitation and abuse.

• Forced marriage.

• Corruption and abuse of power.

We are committed to safeguarding children, seniors, refugees, persons with disabilities, volunteers, staff, and community members through prevention, awareness, reporting pathways, and partnerships with protection agencies.

Contact UNCC

For information, concerns, safeguarding reports, or referrals:

United Nationals Countryless Children (UNCC)

Address:
36 Lambert Street,
Kangaroo Point QLD 4169,
Australia

Website:
www.uncc.agency

Email:
director@unccs.org

UNCC encourages anyone who may be at risk, or who is concerned about the safety and wellbeing of another person, to seek assistance as early as possible.

Together, we can protect vulnerable people, promote dignity, and help end modern slavery.

UNCC – Leaving No One Behind.