SHHH! Campaign: Challenging the Tolerance of Exploitation

The SHHH! campaign shines a spotlight on the widespread tolerance of exploitation faced by international students in Australia. Cultural norms, systemic vulnerabilities, and fear of retaliation often lead students to accept poor working conditions and underpayment as a “normal” part of their experience. This tolerance, reinforced by peer groups and systemic issues, perpetuates a cycle of silence, making exploitation harder to combat.