Religious sisters on the frontline: How are they contributing towards the eradication of modern slavery?

Thousands of religious sisters are currently working directly or indirectly to alleviate modern slavery and human trafficking. Despite being on the ground serving and attending to the needy, their voices and expertise have only recently been recognized by the international community. In response, religious sisters from around the world joined forces in 2009 and established 'Talitha Kum', which has since become the largest network aiming to tackle human trafficking. This paper examines the role of local faith actors in this global faith alliance against modern slavery, providing insights into the distinctive approaches of faith-based interventions in this arena. The study highlights the need for greater awareness and support for the often informal and overlooked efforts of faith actors in preventing trafficking and slavery, emphasizing the importance of their contributions to the fight against these global issues.