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Sector-specific risks of modern slavery

The manufacturing sector

Modern slavery risks are embedded across multiple tiers of manufacturing supply chains, from raw material extraction to final production. Risks are particularly acute in labour-intensive and lower-margin sectors such as agriculture and agri-processing, construction materials, mining, electronics, and textiles, where reliance on migrant or temporary workers and complex subcontracting chains reduce transparency and oversight. Cost pressures, tight deadlines, hazardous conditions, and weak worker voice heighten vulnerability to recruitment debt, excessive overtime, wage withholding, unsafe work, and limited access to effective grievance mechanisms.

The financial sector

Although not directly involved in production, the financial sector is interlinked with numerous industries, making it vulnerable to modern slavery through indirect exposure. Financial institutions can face risks through investments, lending, ownership stakes, and procurement practices that rely on complex global supply chains. Additionally, services such as debt collection, asset management, and private equity may inadvertently enable or benefit from forced labour if due diligence mechanisms are weak.

The hospitality sector

Modern slavery within hospitality can take many forms, including forced labour, debt bondage, and human trafficking. The sector’s complex procurement practices, multilayered subcontracting, and reliance on outsourced and seasonal labour create significant vulnerabilities. Risks arise not only in front-line roles such as cleaners and kitchen staff, but also in construction projects linked to hotel development and refurbishment, as well as in the sourcing of goods such as food, textiles, and amenities. The industry also faces heightened risks of sexual exploitation and trafficking connected to tourism operations.

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Gain direct access to our experts for one-on-one consultations, policy and documentation reviews, case management advice, and strategic guidance tailored to your company’s needs.

Industry Partnerships

Membership connects you to industry-specific and thematic working groups, referrals to our trusted network of experts, and a platform to exchange knowledge and solutions with fellow members.

Thematic Training

We deliver tailored training sessions for staff at all levels – from introductory courses on modern slavery to in-depth workshops on human rights due diligence (HRDD) legislation. All trainings are designed around your industry, region, and supplier base.

Tools

Practical resources that support implementation and continuous improvement.

Modern Slavery Baseline Assessment

Evaluate your company’s current approach and identify key priorities in addressing modern slavery risks.

Supplier Portal

Our dedicated supplier portal provides practical tools, resources, and expert guidance to help suppliers implement HRDD effectively. It equips your supply chain partners to meet global standards and strengthen responsible, transparent business practices.

E-Learning

Flexible online modules to train staff and suppliers across regions.

Consultations

Gain direct access to our experts for one-on-one consultations, policy and documentation reviews, case management advice, and strategic guidance tailored to your company’s needs.

Industry Partnerships

Membership connects you to industry-specific and thematic working groups, referrals to our trusted network of experts, and a platform to exchange knowledge and solutions with fellow members.

Thematic Training

We deliver tailored training sessions for staff at all levels – from introductory courses on modern slavery to in-depth workshops on human rights due diligence (HRDD) legislation. All trainings are designed around your industry, region, and supplier base.

Supplier Portal

Our dedicated supplier portal provides practical tools, resources, and expert guidance to help suppliers implement HRDD effectively. It equips your supply chain partners to meet global standards and strengthen responsible, transparent business practices.

E-Learning

Flexible online modules to train staff and suppliers across regions.

Tools

Practical resources that support implementation and continuous improvement.

Modern Slavery Baseline Assessment

Evaluate your company’s current approach and identify key priorities in addressing modern slavery risks.

Modern Slavery Baseline Assessment

The Modern Slavery Baseline Assessment (MSBA), developed by The Mekong Club, is a crucial tool for organisations looking to improve their understanding of internal practices, meet compliance requirements, and establish themselves as leaders in anti-slavery and social sustainability efforts within their industries.

Developed by a team of international experts, the MSBA evaluates your internal capacity to assess and respond to modern slavery risks in alignment with internationally recognised frameworks: the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, (CSRD), the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), and the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs).

The MSBA is also accessible to non-members, at a competitive rate. It offers a practical starting point for transforming commitment into meaningful, measurable change.

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E-Learning

Our e-learning platform provides an accessible and inclusive training experience for all your employees and suppliers.

Designed to support a global audience, it is available in 7 different languages, ensuring that knowledge is easily shared across your supply chain.

Each course includes interactive quizzes that not only engage learners but also help assess and strengthen their understanding of the material, making learning both effective and measurable.

This platform is available exclusively to our members and their suppliers. Contact us to learn more.

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Tools

Our tools are designed to empower companies to identify, assess, and address modern slavery risks across industries.

From interactive risk assessment maps and red flag indicators to comprehensive training resources and reporting guides, they provide the practical support businesses need to strengthen due diligence and meet global compliance standards.

We offer a selection of free tools for public use, along with exclusive toolkits and resources available to The Mekong Club member companies.

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Beyond our standard resources, we co-create customised tools and training programmes designed to meet your company’s unique business needs.

Strategy

Our experts provide guidance on roadmaps, capacity building, stakeholder engagement, and aligning policies and programmes with international best practices.

Risk Management

We support companies in navigating regulatory compliance, due diligence, remediation, and transition risk, helping you identify and mitigate vulnerabilities across your operations.

Supply Chain Resilience

We advise on strengthening recruitment, employment, and procurement practices, ensuring your supply chains are responsible, transparent, and future-ready.

Supplier Training

Our supplier-focused training programmes equip partners to prevent, identify, and address modern slavery risks. Suppliers gain practical insights and strategies to embed responsible business practices throughout their operations.