Joining forces for the eradication of forced labour, modern slavery, human trafficking and child labour

Alliance 8.7 was launched following a series of regional consultations and workshops. The structure of the partnership is based on a consultative process led by partners.

At the first strategic workshop held in 2017, the Alliance's initial priorities and action areas were defined. In 2022, Alliance 8.7 Global Coordinating Group members and representatives of Pathfinder Countries gathered for the second strategic workshop. It was the first such workshop held since the Pathfinder Strategy was established in 2018. It was an opportunity to define the future direction of the Alliance and to reorient the focus towards action on the ground.

Target 8.7: “Take immediate and effective measures to eradicate forced labour, end modern slavery and human trafficking and secure the prohibition and elimination of the worst forms of child labour, including recruitment and use of child soldiers, and by 2025 end child labour in all its forms.”

Alliance 8.7 provides a platform for partners to share information, promising practices, lessons learned, collaborate and demonstrate progress.

Partners include governments, international and regional organizations, workers’ organizations, employers’ and business membership organizations, civil society organizations, academic institutions and other relevant stakeholders and networks.

The GCG gathers representatives of Alliance 8.7’s stakeholder groups and meets regularly to set goals and monitor progress. The GCG is led by a Chair (Government of Chile) and Vice-Chair (Government of Côte d’Ivoire) on a rotational basis.  Se the list of GCG members here.

The Secretariat facilitates Alliance 8.7’s day-to-day operations, including by enabling regular communication amongst Alliance partners, supporting Pathfinder Countries and providing assistance to the GCG. The ILO currently serves as Secretariat for Alliance 8.7.

These countries are committed to be at the forefront of the fight to achieve SDG target 8.7, driving progress on the ground. Through an inclusive approach bringing together all concerned stakeholders, Pathfinder Countries adopt Roadmaps to accelerate progress, and ensure the appropriate follow up.

The Alliance brings together partners who are committed to supporting or implementing initiatives that contribute to achieve SDG target 8.7, including in Pathfinder Countries. They commit to promote or realize international human rights standards and obligations, including applicable international labour standards.

Action Groups reflect the Alliance’s thematic priorities. Partners can join Action Groups on their field of expertise and contribute to research, policy and action on these issues.