SI Bristol responded to the request by SIGBI to conduct a survey. The purpose was to obtain data about the level of understanding the public has regarding human trafficking and modern slavery. The survey was conducted by SI Clubs throughout UK.
Club members encouraged people to complete the survey (online or on paper) between 1st and 7th October 2017. On 7th October, a team of SI Bristol volunteers (Carol, Liz N, Lizzie, Helen, Hilary B, Pat I, Sue P and Yvonne) conducted surveys at Southmead Hospital lobby. The number of online submissions is unknown; 111 paper surveys were submitted (80 from Southmead Hospital and 31 others) from a diverse range of respondents.
A total of 552 Forms were submitted from SIGBI (which consists of 17 Clubs). This means that SI Bristol’s activity contributed a fifth of the paper surveys. Responses provided valuable information to the UK Modern Slavery training Delivery Group, which is part of the UK Government’s strategy to combat human trafficking and slavery.
The people who were interviewed went away with a much better understanding of the issues – especially in Bristol and know how to report any concerns they have. Secondly the word “Soroptimist’ was brought to their attention and a few expressed an interest though did not respond to follow up calls from Maureen.