Sophie Hayes Foundation
@sophiehayesfnd.bsky.social
Charity working with women survivors of modern slavery to achieve sustainable freedom from exploitation.
https://www.sophiehayesfoundation.org/
https://www.sophiehayesfoundation.org/
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We have created a #StarterPack for those in the #AntiSlavery sector! Let's start the conversation to end #ModernSlavery, #HumanTrafficking, and #exploitation.
Comment if you'd like to be added! Orgs & individual #activists welcome!
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Comment if you'd like to be added! Orgs & individual #activists welcome!
go.bsky.app/4SFdPjr
💡Swipe for insights on the latest National Referral Mechanism #data ➡️➡️➡️
The data, covering July - Sept. 2025, continues to show worrying and growing trends around #ModernSlavery in the UK, including the highest number of referrals to the #NRM ever.
#Stats #Statistics #Facts #HumanRights
The data, covering July - Sept. 2025, continues to show worrying and growing trends around #ModernSlavery in the UK, including the highest number of referrals to the #NRM ever.
#Stats #Statistics #Facts #HumanRights
November 10, 2025 at 11:16 AM
💡Swipe for insights on the latest National Referral Mechanism #data ➡️➡️➡️
The data, covering July - Sept. 2025, continues to show worrying and growing trends around #ModernSlavery in the UK, including the highest number of referrals to the #NRM ever.
#Stats #Statistics #Facts #HumanRights
The data, covering July - Sept. 2025, continues to show worrying and growing trends around #ModernSlavery in the UK, including the highest number of referrals to the #NRM ever.
#Stats #Statistics #Facts #HumanRights
We Have Laws To Prevent Sexual Exploitation - So Why Aren't They Working? 🤔
Read the full #blog below to learn how #polices must change to focus on safely regulating and protecting sex workers for effective prevention of #exploitation.
www.sophiehayesfoundation.org/post/we-have...
Read the full #blog below to learn how #polices must change to focus on safely regulating and protecting sex workers for effective prevention of #exploitation.
www.sophiehayesfoundation.org/post/we-have...
November 7, 2025 at 2:31 PM
We Have Laws To Prevent Sexual Exploitation - So Why Aren't They Working? 🤔
Read the full #blog below to learn how #polices must change to focus on safely regulating and protecting sex workers for effective prevention of #exploitation.
www.sophiehayesfoundation.org/post/we-have...
Read the full #blog below to learn how #polices must change to focus on safely regulating and protecting sex workers for effective prevention of #exploitation.
www.sophiehayesfoundation.org/post/we-have...
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Poverty and rising living costs are pushing more people in the UK into sex work to survive. But a dangerous legal grey area criminalizes nearly every related activity, silencing workers and leaving them vulnerable to violence and sexual exploitation.
www.freedomunited.org/news/uk-sex-...
www.freedomunited.org/news/uk-sex-...
UK sex work laws turn survival into exploitation- FreedomUnited.org
Poverty is the main reason people enter sex work in the UK, but criminalization laws make workers vulnerable to exploitation.
www.freedomunited.org
November 3, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Poverty and rising living costs are pushing more people in the UK into sex work to survive. But a dangerous legal grey area criminalizes nearly every related activity, silencing workers and leaving them vulnerable to violence and sexual exploitation.
www.freedomunited.org/news/uk-sex-...
www.freedomunited.org/news/uk-sex-...
This October, 81 amazing women graduated from our 12-month Employability Programme!
Swipe to read some of the comments written by the event's attendees in our guest book about our amazing graduates. 👏
#Graduation #StrongWomen #ModernSlavery #HumanTrafficking #HumanRights #Charity #Donate
Swipe to read some of the comments written by the event's attendees in our guest book about our amazing graduates. 👏
#Graduation #StrongWomen #ModernSlavery #HumanTrafficking #HumanRights #Charity #Donate
November 4, 2025 at 11:16 AM
This October, 81 amazing women graduated from our 12-month Employability Programme!
Swipe to read some of the comments written by the event's attendees in our guest book about our amazing graduates. 👏
#Graduation #StrongWomen #ModernSlavery #HumanTrafficking #HumanRights #Charity #Donate
Swipe to read some of the comments written by the event's attendees in our guest book about our amazing graduates. 👏
#Graduation #StrongWomen #ModernSlavery #HumanTrafficking #HumanRights #Charity #Donate
On Friday, 81 amazing women graduated from our 12-month Employability Programme - and here's what was on their minds as they strutted down the red carpet to celebrate their achievement!
#Graduation #StrongWomen #InspiringWomen #ModernSlavery #HumanRights #HumanTrafficking
#Graduation #StrongWomen #InspiringWomen #ModernSlavery #HumanRights #HumanTrafficking
October 29, 2025 at 5:08 PM
On Friday, 81 amazing women graduated from our 12-month Employability Programme - and here's what was on their minds as they strutted down the red carpet to celebrate their achievement!
#Graduation #StrongWomen #InspiringWomen #ModernSlavery #HumanRights #HumanTrafficking
#Graduation #StrongWomen #InspiringWomen #ModernSlavery #HumanRights #HumanTrafficking
Only ONE DAY LEFT to double your impact! 💫
Until 12PM on Wednesday, we are fundraising through Big Give who will match ALL donations up to £10k! But hurry - there is only 24 hours left to give twice the gift!
DOUBE YOUR #DONATION 👇
donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
#MakeADifference #Give
Until 12PM on Wednesday, we are fundraising through Big Give who will match ALL donations up to £10k! But hurry - there is only 24 hours left to give twice the gift!
DOUBE YOUR #DONATION 👇
donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
#MakeADifference #Give
October 14, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Only ONE DAY LEFT to double your impact! 💫
Until 12PM on Wednesday, we are fundraising through Big Give who will match ALL donations up to £10k! But hurry - there is only 24 hours left to give twice the gift!
DOUBE YOUR #DONATION 👇
donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
#MakeADifference #Give
Until 12PM on Wednesday, we are fundraising through Big Give who will match ALL donations up to £10k! But hurry - there is only 24 hours left to give twice the gift!
DOUBE YOUR #DONATION 👇
donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
#MakeADifference #Give
#Donate today to our Big Give campaign and not only is your donation DOUBLED - you will also receive a #free digital cook book by our programme participants!
Hurry - the campaign ends on WEDNESDAY at 12PM!
DONATE NOW 👇
donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
#Give #Cook #Recipes #Recipe #Help
Hurry - the campaign ends on WEDNESDAY at 12PM!
DONATE NOW 👇
donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
#Give #Cook #Recipes #Recipe #Help
October 13, 2025 at 3:50 PM
What's better than supporting a #GreatCause? Having your #support ✨️DOUBLED!✨️
From TODAY, October 8 - 15, Big Give will match ALL donations up to £10k through our Big #Give page as part of their #WomenAndGirls Match Fund!
DOUBLE YOUR #DONATION 👇
donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
From TODAY, October 8 - 15, Big Give will match ALL donations up to £10k through our Big #Give page as part of their #WomenAndGirls Match Fund!
DOUBLE YOUR #DONATION 👇
donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
October 8, 2025 at 3:14 PM
What's better than supporting a #GreatCause? Having your #support ✨️DOUBLED!✨️
From TODAY, October 8 - 15, Big Give will match ALL donations up to £10k through our Big #Give page as part of their #WomenAndGirls Match Fund!
DOUBLE YOUR #DONATION 👇
donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
From TODAY, October 8 - 15, Big Give will match ALL donations up to £10k through our Big #Give page as part of their #WomenAndGirls Match Fund!
DOUBLE YOUR #DONATION 👇
donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
This month and every month, we will continue to highlight and uplift Black voices, historical figures, and those with lived experience who have helped our movement take great strides towards sustainable freedom for all. ♥️🌟
#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackIsBeautiful #BlackLivesMatter #CelebrateBlackWomen
#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackIsBeautiful #BlackLivesMatter #CelebrateBlackWomen
October 2, 2025 at 11:39 AM
This month and every month, we will continue to highlight and uplift Black voices, historical figures, and those with lived experience who have helped our movement take great strides towards sustainable freedom for all. ♥️🌟
#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackIsBeautiful #BlackLivesMatter #CelebrateBlackWomen
#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackIsBeautiful #BlackLivesMatter #CelebrateBlackWomen
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In need of a good laugh in aid of a good cause? Who isn’t. Smashing line-up for the @sophiehayesfnd.bsky.social gig at London’s Comedy Store on 8 October. Buy your very reasonably priced tickets here - www.universe.com/events/stand... Funds raised support women survivors of modern slavery.
Sell Tickets, Create Events and Discover Experiences - Universe
www.universe.com
October 1, 2025 at 3:50 PM
In need of a good laugh in aid of a good cause? Who isn’t. Smashing line-up for the @sophiehayesfnd.bsky.social gig at London’s Comedy Store on 8 October. Buy your very reasonably priced tickets here - www.universe.com/events/stand... Funds raised support women survivors of modern slavery.
Our programmes do so much more than development employability and English skills - they boost #confidence.
Read this #quote from one of our programme participants who describes her journey from fear to freedom.
To support women like her rebuild their lives, #donate and give the gift of #freedom ♥️
Read this #quote from one of our programme participants who describes her journey from fear to freedom.
To support women like her rebuild their lives, #donate and give the gift of #freedom ♥️
October 1, 2025 at 8:07 AM
Our programmes do so much more than development employability and English skills - they boost #confidence.
Read this #quote from one of our programme participants who describes her journey from fear to freedom.
To support women like her rebuild their lives, #donate and give the gift of #freedom ♥️
Read this #quote from one of our programme participants who describes her journey from fear to freedom.
To support women like her rebuild their lives, #donate and give the gift of #freedom ♥️
Love comedy? Join us on 8th October for a night of stand up comedy @thecomedystore.co.uk to raise vital funds for women survivors of exploitation.
We have an incredible line-up for what promises to be an amazing night. Grab your tickets here 🎟️:
www.universe.com/events/stand...
We have an incredible line-up for what promises to be an amazing night. Grab your tickets here 🎟️:
www.universe.com/events/stand...
September 26, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Love comedy? Join us on 8th October for a night of stand up comedy @thecomedystore.co.uk to raise vital funds for women survivors of exploitation.
We have an incredible line-up for what promises to be an amazing night. Grab your tickets here 🎟️:
www.universe.com/events/stand...
We have an incredible line-up for what promises to be an amazing night. Grab your tickets here 🎟️:
www.universe.com/events/stand...
This summer has seen a rise in protests around hotels housing #AsylumSeekers and #refugees - and our CEO shares our position at Sophie Hayes Foundation regarding this hostility.
#RefugeesWelcome #Immigration #Asylum #Protests #Solidarity #ModernSlavery #HumanTrafficking #HumanRights
#RefugeesWelcome #Immigration #Asylum #Protests #Solidarity #ModernSlavery #HumanTrafficking #HumanRights
September 3, 2025 at 12:47 PM
This summer has seen a rise in protests around hotels housing #AsylumSeekers and #refugees - and our CEO shares our position at Sophie Hayes Foundation regarding this hostility.
#RefugeesWelcome #Immigration #Asylum #Protests #Solidarity #ModernSlavery #HumanTrafficking #HumanRights
#RefugeesWelcome #Immigration #Asylum #Protests #Solidarity #ModernSlavery #HumanTrafficking #HumanRights
🚨 On Sunday, there will be a nationwide emergency alert test.
📱For those facing abuse or exploitation, a hidden phone can be a lifeline. Let's help ensure that hidden phones stay quiet.
#Share this post to keep everyone safe on Sunday 💓
#EmergencyAlert #StaySafe #VAWG #ModernSlavery
📱For those facing abuse or exploitation, a hidden phone can be a lifeline. Let's help ensure that hidden phones stay quiet.
#Share this post to keep everyone safe on Sunday 💓
#EmergencyAlert #StaySafe #VAWG #ModernSlavery
September 1, 2025 at 4:07 PM
🚨 On Sunday, there will be a nationwide emergency alert test.
📱For those facing abuse or exploitation, a hidden phone can be a lifeline. Let's help ensure that hidden phones stay quiet.
#Share this post to keep everyone safe on Sunday 💓
#EmergencyAlert #StaySafe #VAWG #ModernSlavery
📱For those facing abuse or exploitation, a hidden phone can be a lifeline. Let's help ensure that hidden phones stay quiet.
#Share this post to keep everyone safe on Sunday 💓
#EmergencyAlert #StaySafe #VAWG #ModernSlavery
🚀WE'RE #HIRING!🚀
💫 We're looking for a new #Chair of our #BoardOfTrustees to help us take our mission of supporting women survivors of exploitation to the next level!
For more information and to apply, visit the link below and download our full Candidate Pack:
www.sophiehayesfoundation.org/jobs
💫 We're looking for a new #Chair of our #BoardOfTrustees to help us take our mission of supporting women survivors of exploitation to the next level!
For more information and to apply, visit the link below and download our full Candidate Pack:
www.sophiehayesfoundation.org/jobs
August 28, 2025 at 12:38 PM
🚀WE'RE #HIRING!🚀
💫 We're looking for a new #Chair of our #BoardOfTrustees to help us take our mission of supporting women survivors of exploitation to the next level!
For more information and to apply, visit the link below and download our full Candidate Pack:
www.sophiehayesfoundation.org/jobs
💫 We're looking for a new #Chair of our #BoardOfTrustees to help us take our mission of supporting women survivors of exploitation to the next level!
For more information and to apply, visit the link below and download our full Candidate Pack:
www.sophiehayesfoundation.org/jobs
💡Swipe for insights on the latest quarterly National Referral Mechanism #data ➡️➡️➡️
The data continues to show worrying and growing trends around #ModernSlavery in the UK, including the highest number of referrals to the NRM ever.
#Stats #HumanRights #HumanTrafficking #Report #News #DidYouKnow
The data continues to show worrying and growing trends around #ModernSlavery in the UK, including the highest number of referrals to the NRM ever.
#Stats #HumanRights #HumanTrafficking #Report #News #DidYouKnow
August 27, 2025 at 8:27 AM
💡Swipe for insights on the latest quarterly National Referral Mechanism #data ➡️➡️➡️
The data continues to show worrying and growing trends around #ModernSlavery in the UK, including the highest number of referrals to the NRM ever.
#Stats #HumanRights #HumanTrafficking #Report #News #DidYouKnow
The data continues to show worrying and growing trends around #ModernSlavery in the UK, including the highest number of referrals to the NRM ever.
#Stats #HumanRights #HumanTrafficking #Report #News #DidYouKnow
Take a moment to see the world through a Programme participant's eyes ✨️
This participant recognises the systems around her that lead to women experiencing vulnerability, illness, and burnout - and she wants to change it.
When we #empower survivors, they will #ChangeTheWorld 🌎 ♥️
#Feminist
This participant recognises the systems around her that lead to women experiencing vulnerability, illness, and burnout - and she wants to change it.
When we #empower survivors, they will #ChangeTheWorld 🌎 ♥️
#Feminist
August 20, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Take a moment to see the world through a Programme participant's eyes ✨️
This participant recognises the systems around her that lead to women experiencing vulnerability, illness, and burnout - and she wants to change it.
When we #empower survivors, they will #ChangeTheWorld 🌎 ♥️
#Feminist
This participant recognises the systems around her that lead to women experiencing vulnerability, illness, and burnout - and she wants to change it.
When we #empower survivors, they will #ChangeTheWorld 🌎 ♥️
#Feminist
It's #InternationalDayOfCharity - and today, we reflect on the generosity of you, our supporters.
Change a life today by giving the gift of #Freedom.💓
Donate: www.sophiehayesfoundation.org/donation
#Charity #WorldCharityDay #ThankYou #Donate #VAWG #EndVAWG #EndHumanTrafficking #Nonprofit #NGO
Change a life today by giving the gift of #Freedom.💓
Donate: www.sophiehayesfoundation.org/donation
#Charity #WorldCharityDay #ThankYou #Donate #VAWG #EndVAWG #EndHumanTrafficking #Nonprofit #NGO
August 5, 2025 at 10:42 AM
It's #InternationalDayOfCharity - and today, we reflect on the generosity of you, our supporters.
Change a life today by giving the gift of #Freedom.💓
Donate: www.sophiehayesfoundation.org/donation
#Charity #WorldCharityDay #ThankYou #Donate #VAWG #EndVAWG #EndHumanTrafficking #Nonprofit #NGO
Change a life today by giving the gift of #Freedom.💓
Donate: www.sophiehayesfoundation.org/donation
#Charity #WorldCharityDay #ThankYou #Donate #VAWG #EndVAWG #EndHumanTrafficking #Nonprofit #NGO
At Sophie Hayes Foundation, we recognise the value of #friendship and create space for #community through our Programmes and through our life-long survivor network, CREW (Creative Resilient Empowered Women).
Here's to the friendships formed through this incredible community of #StrongWomen 💞
Here's to the friendships formed through this incredible community of #StrongWomen 💞
August 1, 2025 at 12:40 PM
At Sophie Hayes Foundation, we recognise the value of #friendship and create space for #community through our Programmes and through our life-long survivor network, CREW (Creative Resilient Empowered Women).
Here's to the friendships formed through this incredible community of #StrongWomen 💞
Here's to the friendships formed through this incredible community of #StrongWomen 💞
Such a powerful journey - this graduate of our Programme is now volunteering for Hestia where she contributes vital work towards the support of other survivors 💓
#WorldDayAgainstTraffickingInPersons
#WorldDayAgainstTrafficking #EndHumanTrafficking #Empower #EmpoweredWomen #WomenSupportingWomen
#WorldDayAgainstTraffickingInPersons
#WorldDayAgainstTrafficking #EndHumanTrafficking #Empower #EmpoweredWomen #WomenSupportingWomen
July 30, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Such a powerful journey - this graduate of our Programme is now volunteering for Hestia where she contributes vital work towards the support of other survivors 💓
#WorldDayAgainstTraffickingInPersons
#WorldDayAgainstTrafficking #EndHumanTrafficking #Empower #EmpoweredWomen #WomenSupportingWomen
#WorldDayAgainstTraffickingInPersons
#WorldDayAgainstTrafficking #EndHumanTrafficking #Empower #EmpoweredWomen #WomenSupportingWomen
🚨 WE NEED YOUR HELP! 🚨
Our English programme, CEFI, is in urgent need of funding. If you can spare a donation or share to your network, you'll be helping change lives ❤️
Donate below 👇
app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/...
#Donate #EndHumanTrafficking #ModernSlavery #ChangeLives
Our English programme, CEFI, is in urgent need of funding. If you can spare a donation or share to your network, you'll be helping change lives ❤️
Donate below 👇
app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/...
#Donate #EndHumanTrafficking #ModernSlavery #ChangeLives
July 23, 2025 at 2:50 PM
🚨 WE NEED YOUR HELP! 🚨
Our English programme, CEFI, is in urgent need of funding. If you can spare a donation or share to your network, you'll be helping change lives ❤️
Donate below 👇
app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/...
#Donate #EndHumanTrafficking #ModernSlavery #ChangeLives
Our English programme, CEFI, is in urgent need of funding. If you can spare a donation or share to your network, you'll be helping change lives ❤️
Donate below 👇
app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/...
#Donate #EndHumanTrafficking #ModernSlavery #ChangeLives
🚨we need your help!🚨
Referrals for our English programme, CEFI, have surged by 600%, and we are in urgent need of #funding!
donate below:
app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/...
#ModernSlavery #VAWG #EndHumanTrafficking #Charity
Referrals for our English programme, CEFI, have surged by 600%, and we are in urgent need of #funding!
donate below:
app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/...
#ModernSlavery #VAWG #EndHumanTrafficking #Charity
July 21, 2025 at 4:01 PM
🚨we need your help!🚨
Referrals for our English programme, CEFI, have surged by 600%, and we are in urgent need of #funding!
donate below:
app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/...
#ModernSlavery #VAWG #EndHumanTrafficking #Charity
Referrals for our English programme, CEFI, have surged by 600%, and we are in urgent need of #funding!
donate below:
app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/...
#ModernSlavery #VAWG #EndHumanTrafficking #Charity
Reposted by Sophie Hayes Foundation
Our funded research project, led by @rightslab.bsky.social with @sophiehayesfnd.bsky.social, evaluates how SHF's employability programme providing women survivors with employment skills works to prevent re-trafficking amongst survivors of modern slavery.
👇
www.modernslaverypec.org/research-pro...
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www.modernslaverypec.org/research-pro...
Readiness to work as prevention of re-trafficking
We strive for a world where people are protected from modern slavery by effective, evidence-based policies.
www.modernslaverypec.org
July 15, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Our funded research project, led by @rightslab.bsky.social with @sophiehayesfnd.bsky.social, evaluates how SHF's employability programme providing women survivors with employment skills works to prevent re-trafficking amongst survivors of modern slavery.
👇
www.modernslaverypec.org/research-pro...
👇
www.modernslaverypec.org/research-pro...
☕️ Skip the jitters and feel the warmth that comes from making a difference instead. 💫
By skipping your coffee for one week and donating to survivors of #ModernSlavery instead, your small effort has a HUGE impact. ✨️
#Donate #Coffee #MakeADifference #EndVAWG #EndHumanTrafficking
By skipping your coffee for one week and donating to survivors of #ModernSlavery instead, your small effort has a HUGE impact. ✨️
#Donate #Coffee #MakeADifference #EndVAWG #EndHumanTrafficking
July 7, 2025 at 2:49 PM
☕️ Skip the jitters and feel the warmth that comes from making a difference instead. 💫
By skipping your coffee for one week and donating to survivors of #ModernSlavery instead, your small effort has a HUGE impact. ✨️
#Donate #Coffee #MakeADifference #EndVAWG #EndHumanTrafficking
By skipping your coffee for one week and donating to survivors of #ModernSlavery instead, your small effort has a HUGE impact. ✨️
#Donate #Coffee #MakeADifference #EndVAWG #EndHumanTrafficking
"In her experience, survivors’ most pressing need after escaping is to find a job."
Survivors such as Cynthia require the right to work to escape the cycle of retrafficking. Safe, stable employment is the best prevention for exploitation - and keeping survivors in limbo for years puts them at risk.
Survivors such as Cynthia require the right to work to escape the cycle of retrafficking. Safe, stable employment is the best prevention for exploitation - and keeping survivors in limbo for years puts them at risk.
The UK’s National Referral Mechanism traps migrant workers like Cynthia—who escaped abusive employers—in limbo without the right to work, leaving them vulnerable to re-exploitation. Advocates demand real protections beyond this ineffective “band-aid” system.
www.freedomunited.org/news/uk-surv...
www.freedomunited.org/news/uk-surv...
UK system trapping survivors in “the grey zone” - FreedomUnited.org
Survivors in the UK are being left without the right to work, trapped in a grey zone facing ongoing uncertainty and insecurity.
www.freedomunited.org
July 7, 2025 at 8:29 AM
"In her experience, survivors’ most pressing need after escaping is to find a job."
Survivors such as Cynthia require the right to work to escape the cycle of retrafficking. Safe, stable employment is the best prevention for exploitation - and keeping survivors in limbo for years puts them at risk.
Survivors such as Cynthia require the right to work to escape the cycle of retrafficking. Safe, stable employment is the best prevention for exploitation - and keeping survivors in limbo for years puts them at risk.