Chris Evans

Chris Evans is the inaugural Australian Anti-Slavery Commissioner.

From 2016 to 2020 Chris held the role of Strategic Engagement Lead at Walk Free, where he played a key role in advocacy for the introduction of the Modern Slavery Bill. During his time at Walk free, he also served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Global Freedom Network of Walk Free, working with faith leaders to end human trafficking and modern slavery.

Perhaps more memorably, Chris is known for his 20 years as a Senator for Western Australia between 1993 and 2013. He served as Leader of the Government in the Senate and held several Ministerial positions including for Immigration and Citizenship, and Tertiary Education, Skills, Jobs and Workplace Relationship.