The Future of Modern Slavery Reporting in Australia

The first review of Australia’s Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth) (MSA) has just closed. Around the world, human rights due diligence reporting requirements are strengthening.  What is the future of modern slavery reporting? What can be expected over the next 6–24 months? How should organisations prepare?

We discuss the implications for organisations and concrete ways to prepare for the shift in human rights due diligence reporting from disclosure to action.

The Future of Modern Slavery Reporting in Australia

Overview

The first review of Australia’s Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth) (MSA) has just closed. Around the world, human rights due diligence reporting requirements are strengthening.  What is the future of modern slavery reporting? What can be expected over the next 6–24 months? How should organisations prepare?

We discuss the implications for organisations and concrete ways to prepare for the shift in human rights due diligence reporting from disclosure to action.

This white paper outlines key developments likely to follow the Act’s Review including:

  • Appointment of independent Anti-slavery Commissioner.
  • Penalties for non-compliance
  • Forced labour import bans
  • Shift from disclosure to due diligence
  • Hyper transparency
  • Survivor voice to be considered in implementation of certain sections of the Act.

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