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Modern Slavery Legislation

It's time to act! We need 61 MPs to put people before politics.

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It's time for politicians to work together to stop modern slavery

Modern slavery has no place in our supply chains, in our workplaces, in New Zealand or anywhere around the world. And our politicians agree.

Two major parties. Two bills in the ballot:

Different names. Shared vision. Both show cross-party support for action.

The momentum is real. The moment is now.

A new rule means if 61 MPs unite behind one bill — it can be fast-tracked into law. We're calling on MPs to come together, set politics aside, and put people first.

For four years, Kiwis have spoken out and stood up for change.

Will you email your MP today?

Tell them to be one of the 61 that makes modern slavery legislation a reality!

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This is about people, not politics


Aotearoa stands for compassion, fairness and freedom. Now it’s time to act on those values. Eight in ten Kiwis and over 100 businesses support modern slavery legislation. So do MPs from across the political spectrum.

Right now, 61 non-executive MPs have the chance to move this forward by uniting behind one bill that protects people from exploitation here in New Zealand and across our global supply chains.

We’re closer than ever to having modern slavery legislation in Aotearoa. Please contact your local MP today. Urge them to be one of the 61 who puts people first and helps make this law a reality.


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Two Bills. One Goal: End Modern Slavery.

Two bills currently before Parliament offer real hope to protect vulnerable people from exploitation, in Aotearoa and around the world. 

Modern Slavery Reporting Bill

Modern Slavery Reporting Bill
Introduced by Greg Fleming (National)
  • Requires business reporting on modern slavery risks in operations and supply chains
  • Proposes annual government reporting on modern slavery efforts
  • Includes regular reviews of policy and support systems for victims
  • Calls for consideration of an Anti-Slavery Commissioner, but does not establish one
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Modern Slavery Bill

Modern Slavery Bill
Introduced by Camilla Belich (Labour)
  • Requires business reporting on modern slavery risks
  • Establishes an independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner
  • Amends provisions of the Crimes Act and strengthens penalties
  • Introduces strong protections and support services for victims
  • Includes emergency accommodation, legal aid access, and rehabilitation pathways
Read the full bill

For the first time, politicians from both major parties have submitted similar Modern Slavery bills. It shows real cross-party support for stronger modern slavery laws. Change is possible!

A new parliamentary rule means if 61 non-executive MPs (just over half of the parliament) unite behind one bill, it goes straight to the next stage of the law-making process.

It's time to act. Contact your local MP today. Urge them to be one of the 61 who help make modern slavery legislation a reality. To say yes to fairness, freedom and dignity for all.

Email your MP now