Modern slavery training: ETI launches new workshop for companies

ETI has launched a new one-day training on Modern Slavery to help companies understand the impact of the new Modern Slavery Act and explore the steps they should be taking to mitigate risk in their supply chains.

The course takes place in London and covers:

• Understanding definitions & how they relate to the law: modern slavery, forced labour, trafficking, exploitation
• Making a Modern Slavery Statement – legal requirements & how to approach it (reviewing existing statements, criteria for a good statement)
• Due Diligence – what should be included, how it works
• Remediation – key considerations and approach in ensuring access to remedy
• Drafting your own statement with peer & stakeholder input 

What makes this course different?

ETI Head of Knowledge and Learning, Cindy Berman said, “Most modern slavery courses currently available cover criminal elements of the problem – case studies, how to spot the signs, who to contact in specific cases. ETI’s course is different because it takes a multi-stakeholder perspective. It will enable you to consider who will be reading & reviewing your Modern Slavery Statement and what should inform it. While there are many approaches to due diligence and remediation, our approach is informed by the ETI Base Code, international law & guidance. It includes perspectives from companies and the trade unions and NGOs who will be scrutinising company policy and practice.”

The workshops take place at ETI's offices in central London:

08 March: Modern Slavery Act – Is your business ready? (All sectors)

09 March: Modern Slavery Act – Is your business ready? (Apparel sector)

14 March: Modern Slavery Act – Is your business ready? (Food & farming sector)

Further information and booking

Bespoke options

ETI is also delivering this course to teams within a single company, tailored to their particular business.

Alternatively, ETI runs the course under a partnership model in which a company hosts the training and invites their suppliers. Course material is tailored and where appropriate, co-delivered to take account of the companies’ specific requirements in relation to their own suppliers. 

To discuss bespoke options, contact the ETI training unit: 020 7841 4350 or training@eti.org.uk

Consultancy and support

ETI is also pleased to offer bespoke consultancy / advisory support for companies developing their Modern Slavery Statement. This is delivered by ETI in partnership with Anti Slavery International – known for its expertise in this area. Please contact Cindy Berman for further details.