Our colleague Wiebke Flach will be speaking at TDi Sustainability's Webinar on 23 January at 3 PM GMT, sharing expertise on responsible recruitment practices and supply chain due diligence. Experts will discuss: - Primary recruitment-related risks - The role of international frameworks and emerging regulations - Practical solutions and case studies from the apparel industry This is a great opportunity to gain actionable insights and navigate the complexities of responsible recruitment and ethical supply chains. 📅 Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/g3CdQYrh #Webinar #ResponsibleRecruitment #SupplyChain #Sustainability #ApparelIndustry
The Mekong Club
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The Mekong Club works with the private sector to bring about sustainable practices against modern slavery.
About us
The Mekong Club is a catalyst for change, uniting and mobilizing businesses to bring about sustainable practices towards the fight against modern slavery. Given that the majority of modern-day slavery exists in the private sector, these companies are ideally placed to help turn the tide of this global epidemic. The only organisation of its kind, The Mekong Club steers away from the approach taken by other players in this space, which is to ‘name and shame’ companies – ousting bad behaviour or issues related to this subject. Instead, we believe in starting and ending with collaboration. In fact, The Mekong Club originally formed as a direct response to the growing number of companies looking to develop strategies to address forced labour risk through a professional forum. Divided into industry-specific working groups, these networks meet regularly to learn, share best practices, and network with other like-minded professionals. Member companies also work together to achieve an annual deliverable which will work towards producing tangible results in the fight against forced labour. We have identified four industries within the private sector that we believe have the greatest opportunity to impact change. They are: financial services, apparel & footwear, hospitality providers and retailers. LinkedIn disclaimer: The Mekong Club reserves the right to remove comments that are not on topic, abusive or use bad language.
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- Non-profit Organizations
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- 2-10 employees
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- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2011
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- Hong Kong-based NGO fighting modern slavery in Asia with a pro-business approach, Training, Private sector engagement, Human Rights in Supply Chains, Modern Slavery Consultancy, Grievance mechanisms, Supplier audits, Anti-money laundering linked to forced labour, Capacity building, Remediation, and Anti-slavery roadmap strategies
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Employees at The Mekong Club
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Anita Davis
Managing Director, Corporate Communications, EQT
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Sylvia Yu Friedman
Sylvia Yu Friedman is an Influencer Author of Fearless | Ranked #1 Top Voice on LinkedIn Hong Kong | Private Equity, Family Offices, Pro Sports | Speaker | TV Host | Ambassador - Mekong…
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Matthew Friedman
Matthew Friedman is an Influencer CEO of Mekong Club, Keynote Speaker, ESG, Modern Slavery Expert, UNSDG's, Penguin Author
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Did you know that our CEO, Matthew Friedman, has spent over 40 years of his career addressing modern slavery and human trafficking? In this episode of Regulatory Ramblings, he shares his experiences and insights on this global crisis. Tune in to learn more about the scale of the problem and how the private sector can make a difference. #RegulatoryRamblings #ModernSlavery #HumanTrafficking
In episode #59 of Regulatory Ramblings, Matthew Friedman, CEO of The Mekong Club and a former US and UN diplomat, reflects on over 40 years battling modern slavery and human trafficking. With experience in 40+ countries and expertise that spans governments, banks, and corporations, Matt brings unique insights into tackling this global crisis. He unravels why this dark trade is everyone’s concern, with a particular focus on the private sector’s unique ability to drive meaningful change. He highlights the scale of the problem—50 million people trapped in slavery, with 27 million in forced labor, much of it tied to supply chains. Matt also addresses the alarming rise of scam centers, where victims are trafficked into schemes like “pig butchering,” tricking people out of their life savings while enduring brutal conditions themselves. Key topics include: 👉 The evolution of trafficking into elaborate scams like pig butchering and scam centers 👉 Why $236B in crime profits dwarfs the $400M spent fighting trafficking 👉 How financial institutions can identify red flags and protect themselves 👉 Building changemakers within the private sector Matt’s candid insights offer a sobering yet inspiring call to action. 🎧 Listen to the full conversation for insights - 𝘓𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. #RegulatoryRamblings podcast is brought to you by The University of Hong Kong's Reg/Tech Lab (Building Better Financial Systems), HKU-SCF Fintech Academy, Asia Global Institute, and HKU-edX Professional Certificate in FinTech, with support from HKU Law. The program is led by Douglas Arner and hosted by Ajay Shamdasani.
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We were thrilled to be part of the amfori Asia Sustainability Summit 2024 in Hong Kong! Our CEO, Matthew Friedman, joined a panel discussion with Phoebe Ewen, Myriam Mwizerwa and Saiful Millat on "Supporting Migrant Workers: Challenges and Solutions." We discussed the importance of protecting migrant workers' rights and shared insights on how to create a more sustainable and equitable supply chain in Asia. https://buff.ly/48YZwT1 #amfori #sustainability #supplychain #migrantworkers #MekongClub
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We're thrilled to have our Senior Advisor, Wiebke Flach, speak at the 2nd Seminar Series on Governance, Institutions, and Sustainability from Birkbeck Faculty of Business and Law. Join us to explore the challenges and opportunities in corporate sustainability, particularly within Asian supply chains. 📅 26 November 2024, 13:00 — 14:00 👉 Book now: https://lnkd.in/esbmFEcj
Join our upcoming event on "Balancing Act: A practical exploration of social and environmental supply chain due diligence in East Asia" with Wiebke Flach When: 26 November 2024, 13:00 — 14:00 Venue: Online Book now: https://lnkd.in/esbmFEcj Abstract: Within the context of increasingly demanding legislation on environmental and social due diligence, corporate sustainability professionals are arguably overwhelmed. The business implementation of necessary processes lags behind international standards. This session aims to present examples of day to day trade offs and dilemmas that are common in Asian supply chains of retailers. Lack of supply chain transparency, accountability structures and meaningful data will be explored in a context of textile and household item production. We will explore the working reality of sustainability professionals as well as the perspective of suppliers. To conclude, some industry tools and governance structures that could enable better preventative and mitigating measures will be discussed. Organised by Luca Andriani #SupplyChain #sustainability #governance
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How can you address modern slavery and human trafficking in a rapidly evolving global economy? Stephen Farrer, a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist and Certified Fraud Examiner, will be sharing his insights at the upcoming International Financial Sector Alliance Against Modern Slavery program. What are your thoughts on this increasingly relevant issue? This free, exclusive international program, funded by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and supported by ACAMS Australasian Chapter, offers a unique opportunity to learn how to effectively address modern slavery risks in project financing through a human rights due diligence approach. Make a difference and become a thought leader in your sector. To learn more and register, follow the link: https://buff.ly/3Y0oLR5.
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Congratulations to Matthew Friedman and The Mekong Club on receiving the prestigious SCCE International Award! We’re incredibly honoured to be recognised for our work in addressing human trafficking and modern slavery. Matthew’s insightful presentation at the #SCCEcei in Grapevine, Texas, highlighted the crucial role the private sector plays in addressing these complex issues. By working collaboratively with businesses, we’re able to leverage their expertise and resources to make a significant impact. Together, we’re creating a safer and more just world for all. Thank you to our partners for their unwavering commitment to this important cause. #HumanTrafficking #ModernSlavery #Compliance #SCCE
Day three at the #SCCEcei in Grapevine, TX The SCCE International Award was presented to Matthew Friedman, and the Mekong Club in recognition of their work to raise awareness and combat human trafficking and modern slavery. In his standing ovation earning talk at the CEI, he shared the risks and what compliance teams can do to combat this horrific abuse.
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Did you know that financial institutions can play a crucial role in addressing modern slavery? Aub Chapman, our second expert speaker, will be sharing his insights at the upcoming International Financial Sector Alliance Against Modern Slavery program. What controls has your institution put in place to mitigate modern slavery risks? Aub Chapman, a career banker with over 42 years of experience, retired from Westpac Banking Corporation in 2003. Since then, he has become a specialist consultant in financial crime prevention, providing expertise to global organizations. Aub is also a founding member of the ACAMS Australasian Chapter, holds CAMS-Audit certification, and was named the ACAMS AML Professional of the Year in 2009. This exclusive international program, funded by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and supported by ACAMS Australasian Chapter, offers a unique opportunity to learn how to effectively address modern slavery risks in project financing through a human rights due diligence approach. Make a difference and become a thought leader in your sector. To learn more and register, follow the link: https://buff.ly/4eb7NFh. #FinancialCrimePrevention #ModernSlaveryAwareness #SustainableInvesting #FinancialRegulation
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SMEs are essential to ensuring the successful implementation of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (#CSDDD). To support this critical role, The Mekong Club and EuroCham Vietnam co-organised an interactive training session aimed at empowering SMEs in Vietnam with the knowledge and practical tools to identify, prevent, and mitigate labour risks within their operations and supply chains. 🗒 49 participants attended the session in Vietnamese, and 30 participants joined the session in English. Both groups were highly engaged, discussing ILO indicators, actionable strategies for addressing labour risks, and emphasising the need for comprehensive support to help SMEs implement due diligence requirements effectively. 🔎 For SMEs looking to take the next step, The Mekong Club Supplier Portal provides free resources to help companies identify and manage forced labour risks in their supply chains. (https://lnkd.in/g_ixGpem) A big thank you to KKR, EuroCham Vietnam, and our partner Raise Partners for their support in making this event a success! Congrats Giang Nguyen and Clémence Aron for delivering an engaging training session, and Marieke van der Pijl for opening the session. #CSDDD #Compliance #HRDD #forcedlabour #SMEs #Sustainablebusiness #Supplychainmanagement"
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Nuestro Director de Programa para Latinoamérica, Sebastián Arévalo Sánchez, fue recientemente entrevistado por el periódico La Mañana , acerca de la creciente amenaza del crimen organizado en Uruguay. Sebastián destaca la conexión entre el lavado de dinero y la trata de personas, enfatizando la necesidad de cooperación regional para abordar estos problemas. Lee el artículo completo para obtener más información https://buff.ly/4e6Zytw
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Is it ever okay to “cut and run” from a problematic supplier? Our latest blog explores the complex ethical and strategic dilemma of disengagement in supply chains. We discuss the pros and cons of both "cut and run" and "responsible disengagement" strategies. Read more: https://buff.ly/4gsPSeC #supplychain #ethics #humanrights #sustainability #business
When to Walk Away: The Ethics of Disengagement in Supply Chain Management
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