Strengthening collaboration across Oceania to address human trafficking and exploitation
The Oceania Freedom Network connects organisations, churches, practitioners, and advocates to strengthen regional responses to human trafficking & exploitation.
Together we support collaboration, amplify Pacific perspectives and ensure the realities of our region are represented in national, regional and global conversations.
Join us to connect with others working to strengthen prevention, protection and collaboration across our region.
OFN is part of the World Freedom Network, a global alliance working through regional networks to strengthen collaboration, engage churches and advocate for change in response to human trafficking worldwide.
regional collaboration is key
Why regional collaboration matters
More than 145,000 people are estimated to be in slavery in Australia, New Zealand and our neighbouring Pacific Islands.
Human trafficking and exploitation affect communities across Oceania in distinct ways. Migration pathways, labour mobility schemes, geographic isolation and climate-related vulnerability shape risks across the region.
Regional collaboration helps:
- strengthen prevention efforts
- support coordinated protection responses
- reduce duplication across organisations
- share knowledge and resources
- ensure Pacific voices are heard globally
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Current regional priorities
The Oceania Freedom Network is currently focused on:
- strengthening coordination across New Zealand’s anti-trafficking sector
- supporting connections with Pacific partners
- increasing Pacific representation in global anti-trafficking dialogue
- contributing regional perspectives to United Nations policy engagement processes
- encouraging collaboration between churches, civil society and government partners
Since launching in May 2024, the Oceania Freedom Network has:
- strengthened connections between anti-trafficking organisations across New Zealand
- supported collaboration with partners across the Pacific region
- contributed to national policy engagement conversations
- represented Oceania perspectives at the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69 & CSW70)
- brought Pacific regional perspectives to the United Nations General Assembly review of the UN Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons (Nov 2025)
- increased visibility of trafficking risks affecting Oceania communities within global dialogue
Join the Oceania Freedom Network to connect with others working to strengthen prevention, protection and collaboration across our region.
oceania@wfn.worldea.org
