Illuminating Change and Empowering Action: The Impact of Human Trafficking Awareness

Human trafficking is one of the most urgent — and often hidden — crises of our time. In this powerful episode of Logistics with Purpose®, we shine a light on the realities of modern-day slavery in recognition of National Human Trafficking Awareness Month.

Our guests share their personal journeys into advocacy and activism, revealing how trafficking operates across industries, borders, and supply chains — and the devastating impact it has on individuals, families, and communities.

From the role logistics plays in both enabling and preventing exploitation to the critical importance of awareness, education, and accountability, this conversation challenges leaders and listeners alike to look deeper and act with purpose.

Together, we explore:

1. How human trafficking intersects with global supply chains
2. The real stories behind advocacy and survivor support
3. Why awareness is a powerful tool for prevention
4. How individuals and organizations can make a meaningful difference
5. Practical steps businesses can take to fight exploitation

This is a sobering — yet hopeful — conversation about responsibility, resilience, and the role each of us can play in ending human trafficking.

Additional Links & Resources:

1. Connect with Laura Cyrus: https://live.freightwaves.com/event-speakers/laura-cyrus
2. Learn more about TAT: https://tatnonprofit.org/
3. Connect with Jeff Shaw: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreyashaw/
4. Learn more about The Freedom Collective: https://www.thefreedomcollective.org/
5. Connect with Kwami Adoboe-Herrera: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwami-adoboe-herrera-4038ab132/
6. Learn more about Teleios Inc: https://www.teleiospath.org/
7. Connect with Dr. Brook Bello: https://www.moretoliving.org/#Team
8. Learn more about More Too Life Inc: https://www.moretoliving.org/
9. Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/program/logistics-with-purpose
10. Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: