Sophie Hayes Foundation Launches Groundbreaking Research on Preventing Re-Trafficking

The Big Yellow Foundation was proud to attend the launch of an important new research report from the Sophie Hayes Foundation, developed in partnership with the University of Nottingham Rights Lab and the Modern Slavery & Human Rights Policy and Evidence Centre. The report, Readiness to Work as Prevention of Re-Trafficking, explores how employment support can play a vital role in helping survivors of modern slavery rebuild their lives and reduce the risk of future exploitation. The event brought together charity leaders, researchers and policymakers to discuss the findings and the importance of creating sustainable pathways into employment.

The research highlights the positive impact of the Sophie Hayes Foundation Employability Programme, which supports women survivors of modern slavery through tailored training, confidence building and employment readiness support. The findings reinforce what many charities working in this space already know: meaningful employment can provide financial independence, stability and renewed confidence. By helping survivors develop the skills, knowledge and support networks needed to enter the workplace, organisations such as the Sophie Hayes Foundation are helping to break cycles of vulnerability and create long term opportunities for lasting change.

As a new charity partner of The Big Yellow Foundation, the Sophie Hayes Foundation shares our commitment to supporting people into sustainable employment. Alongside funding, volunteering and practical support, we are excited to work together to help more women rebuild their futures.