Courage beyond compliance

Who we are and why we act

We empower businesses to lead with integrity, courage, and impact moving beyond box-ticking to meaningful change for people, planet, and purpose.

About us

Our Story

Born From Decades of Experience

Unchained Solutions was founded by Sarah Morse and Dr Stephen Morse after decades spent in humanitarian work, heathcare and leadership. They spent 5 years in Spain conducting academic research and frontline experience in human trafficking intervention.

From this global perspective, they saw firsthand how exploitation thrives when systems fail — and how courageous leadership can help change those systems.

Why We Started Unchained

When modern slavery laws emerged in Australia, organisations wanted to respond but felt overwhelmed by complexity. Sarah and Stephen recognised the gap: businesses didn’t need more complexity – they needed clear guidance, practical tools, and a human-centred approach.

Unchained was created to translate real-world insight into practical solutions that help organisations reduce risk, build responsible systems, and create genuine impact.

We help organisations navigate modern slavery risks, human rights due diligence, ESG compliance, and growing stakeholder demands with clarity and confidence.

A Human Problem Needs a Human Response

Our work is grounded in empathy, expertise, and the belief that compliance and courage together create meaningful impact — for organisations, for people, and for communities.

Our why

Why We Exist

We believe courage creates change — and every business can lead the way.

Our Values

We lead with courage, integrity, and empathy placing people at the centre of every solution. Our lived experience and strategic insight guide everything we do, from compliance to culture.

Our Vision

A future without exploitation — where courageous leadership and ethical business transforms lives, workplaces, and the world.

Our Mission

We equip businesses and leaders to make a courageous impact on people and planet — beyond compliance, toward purpose-led change.

What We Stand For

Our values

At Unchained, we believe business can be a force for good. Our work is grounded in lived experience and strategic insight, helping leaders create ethical systems that protect freedom, dignity and humanity.

These values aren’t just statements. They show up in every conversation, every collaboration, and every choice we make together.

Courage

We act boldly where others comply inspiring others to lead with bravery and truth.

Integrity

We do what’s right, not just what’s required building trust through ethics and purpose.

People Focus

We centre human experience in every solution listening deeply and acting with empathy.

Collaboration

We build impact together across communities, sectors, and systems.

Hope

We believe in a better future and work to unlock it every day with optimism and action.

From Policy to Purpose

These values are not just words. They shape how we work, how we show up, and how we walk alongside businesses and communities to lead ethical and lasting change.

Meet the Team

Our People

We’re a team of strategists, researchers, and changemakers, led by founders with lived experience in humanitarian work, policy, and ESG systems.

Sarah Morse
Director and Keynote Speaker
Writer |

Sarah is driven by the courage to transform what many dismiss as political narrative into meaningful cultural change. As the founder of Unchained Courage, she amplifies voices that challenge the status quo with empathy, vulnerability and purpose.

With her honest communication style and deeply human presence, Sarah inspires leaders and communities to reimagine the role of business in society. She doesn’t offer pre-packaged solutions — she invites transformation.

Dr. Stephen Morse
Chief Executive Officer
Expert on Modern Slavery |

With over 25 years of leadership in humanitarian work, social enterprise and policy consulting, Stephen brings deep insight and conviction to the fight against modern slavery. His work bridges academic research, cross-cultural leadership and frontline action — both in Australia and abroad.

At Unchained, Stephen leads with strategy and heart. He supports boards and executives to move from complexity to clarity, embedding ethics, purpose and systemic change across their operations.

Elen Arruda
Social Policy Consultant
Ganesh Kumar
Business Analyst
Gabriela Barbarioli
Intern
Beatriz Gomes
Intern
Bruna Arrais
Intern
Proof that change is possible

Global Impact & Recognition

From high-impact partnerships to real-world change, here’s what we’ve achieved together.

300+ companies impacted

We’ve helped organisations transform their ESG strategy across sectors and continents.

250+ ESG statements supported

We’ve provided strategic support for modern slavery and sustainability reporting obligations.

Social Traders & B-Corp Certified

We are proudly certified as a for-purpose, impact-led business.

Partnerships with:

Freedom Business Alliance, ASCI

Listed on:

BuyNSW, LocalBuy QLD, SEWF Verified

Recognised across industries

Trusted by leaders in energy, healthcare, construction, education, and finance.

Our Theory of Change

How we turn experience, strategy and purpose into measurable impact.

We combine strategic ESG knowledge, frontline humanitarian experience, and a global network of partners to help organisations embed dignity, equity and impact into their operations. From policy design to purpose-led leadership, we create systemic change that lasts.

OUR Clients

Who We’ve Served

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