Labour Exploitation and Work Based Harm

Labour exploitation is a highly topical though complex issue that has international resonance for those concerned with social justice and social welfare but there is a lack of research available about it. This book part of the Studies in Social Harm series is the first to look at labour exploitation from a social harm perspective arguing that as a global social problem it should be located within the broader study of work-based harm. Written by an expert in policy orientated research he critiques existing approaches to the study of workplace exploitation abuse and forced labour. Mapping out a new sub-discipline this innovative book aims to shift power from employers to workers to reduce levels of labour exploitation and work-based harm. It is relevant to academics from many fields as well as legislators policy makers politicians employers union officials activists and consumers.