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Migrant workers launch campaign to challenge exploitation in visa sponsorship schemes

MIGRANTS are spearheading a new campaign against exploitation in visa sponsorship schemes.

Justice for Sponsored Workers uncovers how visa schemes are being used to effectively traffic workers, forcing them into slavery-like conditions. 

Supported by Migrants Rights Network and Migrants at Work, the campaign calls for greater protections to hold sponsors and employers to account.

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