modern slavery
[ˈmɒdərn ˈsleɪvəri]
noun
escravidão moderna
1. Contemporary forms of exploitation and forced labor that violate human rights, including human trafficking, forced labor, debt bondage, forced marriage, and child labor
Modern slavery affects millions of people worldwide, despite being illegal in most countries.
A escravidão moderna afeta milhões de pessoas em todo o mundo, apesar de ser ilegal na maioria dos países.
2. Conditions of work where workers have little or no freedom, are exploited economically, and face threats or violence
The factory workers were found to be in situations of modern slavery with minimal wages and dangerous conditions.
Os trabalhadores da fábrica foram encontrados em situações de escravidão moderna com salários mínimos e condições perigosas.
3. Systemic exploitation often hidden within supply chains and informal economies in both developed and developing nations
NGOs are working to expose modern slavery in the fashion and agriculture industries.
ONGs estão trabalhando para expor a escravidão moderna nas indústrias de moda e agricultura.
Modern slavery is a significant human rights issue discussed prominently in Brazil, particularly regarding agricultural workers, domestic workers, and workers in informal sectors. International organizations like the ILO and UN have made combating modern slavery a priority. In the USA, awareness campaigns focus on labor trafficking and forced labor in supply chains, while Brazil emphasizes rural exploitation and informal economy issues. The term has become central to corporate social responsibility discussions globally.
Related Idioms & Phrases
trapped in modern slavery
modern slavery exists in plain sight
breaking the chains of modern slavery
eradicate modern slavery
survivors of modern slavery
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