Laura is currently a Programme Technical Officer at the International Labour Organization (ILO) where she coordinates the Global Business Network on Forced Labour (GBNFL). Based in Geneva, Switzerland, Laura oversees the ILO GBNFL’s activities focussed on promoting collective action towards the elimination of forced labour and human trafficking. Prior to this, Laura was based in Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) on a regional project working collaboratively with companies to address the vulnerabilities of migrant workers in recruitment and employment. In addition, Laura has also worked with the ILO in Bangkok on topics such as women in business and management, and the future of work. Laura is from South Africa where she completed a Master of Philosophy in Decision-making, Knowledge Dynamics and Value Studies at the University of Stellenbosch.