Courage & creativity 

We are change creators: rather than accept the limitations of a broken system, we find ways to improve it. Drawing on global inspiration, we are committed to finding bold and innovative solutions. Where best practice is lacking, we create it.

Justice & fairness 

We believe that the law matters - it can create problems, and it can provide solutions. Everybody should have the same work rights and confidence to enforce them. A person’s migration status should not affect their ability to get paid for their work.  

Respect & solidarity 

We have empathy and admiration for people who leave their homes and families to experience life and work in another country. We amplify migrants’ voices and foreground their diverse lived experiences, including the power imbalances that shape many aspects of their lives.

Empowerment 

The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights guarantees that "any person whose rights are violated shall have an effective remedy".  We work to make access to justice a reality for migrant workers as empowered agents.

Rigour & excellence 

We are legal scholars and empirical researchers who hold ourselves to the highest standards. We believe policy making must be based on sound evidence, robust research and strong community engagement, with a pragmatic understanding of the operation of laws and policies in practice.

Collaboration & participation   

We are part of an ecosystem: we can only create change together. Our impact is created by amplifying migrant voices, empowering partner organisations, and helping business and government ensure migrants’ working conditions are safe and fair.