Chris Evans Appointed as Australia's First Anti-Slavery Commissioner

The former senator will lead national efforts to combat modern slavery, starting his five-year term in December.

Chris Evans, a former Labor senator and human rights official, has been appointed as Australia's first anti-slavery commissioner.
The role was established to address modern slavery practices such as human trafficking, forced labor, and debt bondage in Australia.
Evans will work to enhance coordination across government, business, and civil society to prevent and respond to modern slavery.
The Australian government has allocated $5.2 million over four years for the commissioner's office to support these initiatives.
Recent reports estimate that over 41,000 people are living in conditions of modern slavery in Australia, highlighting the urgent need for action.