Ending Modern Slavery in Global Supply Chains | 2026 Oslo Freedom Forum

Moderator: Ben Skinner, Founder and Principal, Transparentem Panelists: Grace Forrest, Founding Director, Walk Free Mahendra Pandey, Senior Manager, Forced Labor, and Human Trafficking, Humanity United Saunoamaali'i Karanina Sumeo, Former Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner, New Zealand Human Rights Commission Modern slavery persists in every region of the world, yet the laws meant to prevent it vary widely in strength, scope, and enforcement. Progress in supply chain due diligence legislation has been uneven — and often symbolic. This panel will include legal experts, advocates, and policymakers to unpack what’s working, what isn’t, and where global modern slavery laws must go next. Panelists will explore enforcement gaps, corporate accountability, and emerging models that have the potential to drive real protections for vulnerable workers. Learn more about #OsloFreedomForum: Website: https://oslofreedomforum.com X: https://x.com/OsloFF Instagram:   / osloff   Join us in promoting freedom where it’s most at risk! Donate today: https://hrf.org/?form=donate