Our purpose it to work towards the erradication of slavery wherever it is found, providing survivors with safety, hope and choice.

Unseen was established in 2008 after a disturbing visit to Ukraine by its founder. Whilst working in an orphanage, the question was asked: 'Where do the children go once they leave here?'. The response was both shocking and heart-breaking. It was discovered that many children, once they reach 16 and are ready to leave the orphanage, become involved in crime, gangs, prostitution or will be trafficked. As more extensive research began we realised this was not a problem unique to Ukraine but that, the world over, countries were sending and receiving trafficked people. Even in the UK, and in our home city, women were and still are being bought, sold and traded to be exploited for sexual services. We were compelled to act, and unseen was formed. We identify the genuine issues surrounding human trafficking through thorough research and then provide care and support where it’s needed. All of our current projects and those in development are the result of detailed investigation.

Medical care and treatment
Counselling
Legal advice and assistance
Holistic therapy sessions
Education
Financial assistance
Immigration advice
Assistance to return home or to reside in the UK