This is an annual opportunity for churches, businesses, charities, and individuals to consider afresh what they can do to eliminate modern slavery in their communities. 50 million people are estimated to be trapped in some form of modern slavery in the world today and it is estimated that there are over 136,000 victims in the UK. Slavery really is on our doorstep, and raising awareness of this within our own communities is so important. One place that modern slavery is persistent is in hand car washes, and you can help identify and report such places by downloading a very simple app, that asks a series of questions about the site, and then invites users to send a report if the answers highlight potential exploitation. Many sites are legitimate businesses, but it guides us to be more responsible and mindful of the many ways people are exploited around us. https://theclewerinitiative.org/campaigns/safe-car-wash.

Do take the time to read more about Modern Slavery with The Clewer Initiative who have designed this app. Their logo is 'We See You'. Let's make sure we do see what is going on a little more in our own communities and make a difference.