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Fighting Human Trafficking, One Rescue at a Time

Anson Thomas, Founder, Sports Mission Productions

11-Jun-25 18:00

Fighting Human Trafficking, One Rescue at a Time

Here’s a good thing you need to know: Anson Thomas has rescued over 800 women and children from human trafficking, and he’s not done yet. Once a national-level hockey goalkeeper and a customs officer in India, Anson has spent the last 30 years rescuing women and children from brothels, often putting his own safety at risk. Today, we hear his story - what drove him to take on this mission, what those rescues really involve, and how he helps survivors rebuild their lives.

Produced by: Juliet Jacobs

Presented by: Juliet Jacobs


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Categories:  controversies,  education,  corruption,  Law/Activism,  politics,  government,  international,  culture,  Family/Parenting,  personal development

Tags:  brothels,  human trafficking,  sex trafficking,  sex trade,  underage sexual offences,  underage sex, 


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