Clewer Regional Network Online Meetings
Join The Clewer Initiative’s regional network meetings to connect with others tackling modern slavery and exploitation, share best practice, and strengthen local action.
The Clewer Initiative hosts regular online regional network meetings, bringing together people who are actively working to raise awareness of modern slavery and exploitation, and to strengthen responses within their communities.
These informal meetings are primarily designed for churches, faith groups, charities, community organisations, and volunteers who are already involved in anti-slavery work, as well as those who are beginning to explore or develop local action. They provide a supportive space to connect with others, share experiences, exchange ideas and resources, and learn from activity taking place across the network.
To help focus discussions and encourage regional collaboration, England is divided into four network areas. However, participants may find it beneficial to attend more than one regional meeting where appropriate, and those in Scotland or Wales are also welcome to join their neighbouring regions meetings whilst our network continues to grow.
Who Are the Meetings For?
These meetings are suitable for
- Clergy, church/ ministry leaders, diocesan staff
- Modern Slavery Ambassadors, or any individuals who have a role in raising awareness of modern slavery or responding to exploitation within their community
- Staff and volunteers from other related charities, and community organisations
- Those who are developing anti-slavery activities and would benefit from support and connection with others in the network
While we warmly welcome those who are new to this area of work, the meetings are intended for people with a professional, volunteer, or organisational connection to tackling exploitation and modern slavery. This helps ensure discussions remain relevant, focused, and beneficial for all attendees.
What to Expect
During each meeting, there will be opportunities to:
- Hear updates, news, and resources from The Clewer Initiative
- Share local activities, events, and good practice
- Discuss challenges and opportunities within your region
- Ask questions and seek advice from others in the network
- Build relationships and strengthen collaborative responses to exploitation
Our aim is to create a supportive and encouraging environment where participants can learn from one another and feel connected to a wider movement working to address modern slavery across the UK.
Events Coming Up
Tuesdays | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Please note you will need to register for each event you wish to attend, you will not automatically be registered for future events in your region.
North
10th November 2026 | Book Here
9th March 2027 | Book Here
13th July 2027 | Book Here
Midlands
8th December 2026 | Book Here
13th April 2027 | Book Here
10th August 2027 | Book Here
South West
12th January 2027 | Book Here
11th May 2027 | Book Here
14th September 2027 | Book Here
South East
9th February 2027 | Book Here
8th June 2027 | Book Here
12th October 2027 | Book Here
Please note that these meetings are not intended to provide introductory training on modern slavery.
If you are looking for foundational modern slavery training, you can access our free e-learning module through the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal.
You can contact us at [email protected] for further information about training, resources and events.
