Bright Future, a not-for-profit cooperative, works with business members such as Sodexo to support survivors of modern slavery rebuild their lives with long-term employment opportunities.
Since it was founded in 2021 Bright Future has helped over 100 survivors find safe employment. It has over 30 business members including Co-op, Barnardos, Hope for Justice, The Very Group, Siemens, and Currys.
As an employer of more than 30,000 people in the UK and Ireland Sodexo has the power to make a difference and is committed to opening doors for those facing barriers to employment and championing fair access to skills, learning and meaningful work for all.
Sodexo is the first in its industry to join the co-op reaffirming its commitment to using business as a force for good and helping advance its goals as laid out in its Social Impact Pledge 2030.
Bill Buchan, HR director at Sodexo UK & Ireland, said: “This new partnership is a natural extension to our work in tackling modern slavery and a chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of those affected by it. Joining Bright Future is a proud moment for us and a powerful step forward in our commitment to social justice.
“By opening up employment opportunities within our business and providing wraparound support we look forward to helping individuals rebuild their lives and realise their potential. This partnership aligns perfectly with our ambition to drive social mobility and create lasting change in the communities we serve.”