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.   This episode is hosted by Kristi Porter, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show: Connect with Laura Cyrus Learn more about TAT Connect with Jeff Shaw Learn more about The Freedom Collective Connect with Kwami Adoboe-Herrera Learn more about Teleios Inc Connect with Dr. Brook Bello Learn more about More Too Life Inc. Learn more about our hosts Want more Logistics With Purpose®? We know you can’t get enough Logistics…

Our Supply Chain Leadership Across Africa series continues in earnest with a fascinating discussion around the proposition of using drone technology for social good. In this episode, hosts Scott Luton welcomes Prashant Yadav to the show, a globally recognized expert in healthcare supply chains and affiliate professor at global business school INSEAD, where he leads the Africa Initiative. Prashant is something of a media virtuoso, having appeared in prominent publications such as The Economist and Financial Times to share his expertise. Sitting alongside Prashant is Olivier Defawe of VillageReach, a global nonprofit that transforms healthcare delivery to reach everyone by working with partners to build responsive primary healthcare systems that deliver health products and services to the most under-reached. A key priority for both guests centers around realizing the immense potential for drones to unlock healthcare access, supply chain optimization, and socioeconomic development across the African continent. During the discussion, they touch on a number of pertinent questions: What are the major challenges to scaling and sustaining drone transport operations in Africa? How can we ultimately ensure drone transport is more cost-effective for public health supply chains? What can stakeholders do on the supply and demand side to increase adoption…