Building effective responses to modern slavery.
We work with forward-thinking organisations to diagnose root causes and to develop solutions to modern slavery risk.
Why Fair Futures?
The pressure is high and the reality is complex. In an era of rapid energy transition and increasing regulatory scrutiny, the gap between sustainability claims and human rights reality is a critical vulnerability.
The risk lies in the disconnect between values and action. While values are often clearly stated in public commitments, human rights risks remain buried in silos like procurement or project delivery. The gap between what is said and what is done creates a legal, political, and reputational minefield.
We bridge the divide. Fair Futures provides executive-level support to help you move beyond 'tick-box' approaches. We make sure your respect for human rights isn't just a policy on a shelf, but is a reality in your operations.
We ensure that what you do on the ground actually matches the promises you make to the world.
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Fiona David, Principal and Founder, Fair Futures
Our expertise
Modern Slavery Governance: As the founding architect of the Global Slavery Index, Fiona David pioneered the world’s leading dataset on modern slavery. Fair Futures brings this unparalleled authority to your context. We help you manage forced labour risks with a level of rigour that satisfies the most demanding regulators.
The Just Transition & Net Zero: A sustainable future cannot be built on exploitation. Drawing on decades of front line experience, we advise on ensuring 'green' transitions - from renewable energy zones to circular supply chains - do not carry hidden social liabilities. We safeguard your social licence in a decarbonising economy by putting people at the heart of your climate strategy.
Systems change and social impact: Drawing on decades of front line experience and design expertise, we develop innovative strategies that deliver safety, justice and dignity for people.
Effective Human Rights Due Diligence: We identify the right frameworks to apply to your business, to bridge silos, simplify complexity, and give you a forensic understanding of risk. We transform abstract requirements into realistic strategy that delivers genuine impact for workers and communities.
Fair Futures at a glance
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Identity | 100% Australian-owned and female-led
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Authority | Led by Fiona David, founding architect of the Global Slavery Index, and Member of the TISFD Asia Pacific Regional Council
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Status | NSW-based Regional SME
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Procurement | Eligible for Direct Engagement (NSW Govt up to $250k)
Media & global impact
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Podcast | ABC Radio National: Stopping Slavery in the Supply Chain
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Insight | The Lowy Institute: Critical Minerals and the Case for Human Rights
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Impact | 1,200+ Academic Citations across global human rights and criminology research
Fiona David, Principal, in regional NSW. Bringing global human rights expertise to develop transformative social impact.
