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March is Women’s Month—A Time to Honor the Strength of Survivors Women are more than statistics. They are warriors. They are survivors. They are reclaiming their voices, their bodies, and their futures. Human trafficking seeks to break the spirit, but the resilience of survivors is unshakable. They have endured the unthinkable and still rise—fighting for their freedom, their healing, and their right to live without fear. This month, we don’t just celebrate women—we honor those who have walked through fire and emerged stronger. We amplify their voices, support their journeys, and stand alongside them in the fight for justice. To every survivor: You are seen. You are valued. You are powerful. #traverseproject

Spanish police have smashed a human trafficking ring that lured more than 1000 women to the country over the past year with false job offers before forcing them into sex work, police said. The women, who were mainly from Venezuela and Colombia, were told they would be working in the beauty or cleaning sectors, Spain’s National Police said in a statement on Sunday. “On arrival in Spain they were transferred to clubs where they were sexually exploited and forced to work all hours,” police said. The women were only allowed out for two hours per day and were kept under video surveillance. Three alleged ring leaders - two Colombian women and a Spaniard - were among 48 suspects arrested in raids in Alicante and Murcia, in southeastern Spain, and three strip clubs were closed as part of the operation. Police also seized more than 150,000 euros ($A247,000) in cash, blocked bank accounts containing 938,000 euros ($A1.5 million) and seized 17 properties. Six of the suspects were held in pre-trial detention, police said. The others were released on bail to face trial at a later date. #traverseproject

Human trafficking is real, and it thrives on inaction. It’s happening in your community; the only way to stop it is to confront it. Take action for change with us. Learn how you can jump in the fight with us at www.traverseproject.org. #traverseproject

BREAKING: ICE Arrests 6 Members of Venezuelan Criminal Gang in Montana Federal agents arrested six members of Tren de Aragua (TdA) in Bozeman & Belgrade on Feb. 12. TdA is a dangerous transnational criminal organization that originated in Venezuela and has rapidly expanded across South America, Central America, and the U.S. The gang is known for human trafficking, drug smuggling, extortion, and violent crime. Authorities say TdA has been trying to establish a presence in Montana, and law enforcement is working to shut them down. The operation was led by ICE and HSI Denver, with assistance from local police. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dZByTWPh #traverseproject

BREAKING: Eight members of the violent Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua (TdA) have been indicted in Tennessee for sex trafficking and forced prostitution. Law enforcement vows to dismantle TdA and hold them accountable. All suspects are now in federal custody. Read full article here: https://lnkd.in/gWQTphUk #traverseproject

While the world watches the Super Bowl for the touchdowns, the halftime show, and the celebrations, another horrific game is happening behind the scenes—human trafficking. A Shadow Over New Orleans:
As over 100,000 visitors flood New Orleans for the Super Bowl and another 1.5 million prepare for Mardi Gras, traffickers seize the opportunity to exploit the vulnerable. Hotels, motels, and streets become hunting grounds for predators selling victims into modern-day slavery. The Alarming Truth: * The Super Bowl is one of the largest human trafficking events in the U.S. * During the 2021 Super Bowl, 146 human trafficking-related arrests were made in just one host city. * Traffickers target runaways, minors, and vulnerable women, forcing them into exploitation while the party rages on. 
While the world cheers for a trophy, lives are being destroyed in the shadows. The fight against human trafficking isn’t optional—it’s a responsibility. We demand action. We demand justice. Your Super Bowl Party Shouldn’t Be Someone Else’s Nightmare. Speak out. Take action. Join the fight. Sources: * WWNO, “Looking Out for Signs of Human Trafficking During Super Bowl” wwno.org * Thomson Reuters, “The Super Bowl: Gridiron Dreams, Human Trafficking Nightmares” thomsonreuters.com #traverseproject

2025 Human Trafficking Threat Assessment GTSC's Homeland Security Today Traverse Project CEO/Founder, Austin S., breaks down how human trafficking is a growing national security threat in 2025. $346.7B in illicit profits fuels corruption, organized crime, and terrorism.
Border security risks as traffickers exploit weak points to move victims.
Government corruption undermines foreign aid and stability. We need stronger policies, better tech, and a united front to fight this crisis. 🔗 Read the full article here - https://lnkd.in/gkvKba3f #traverseproject #nationalsecurity

PSA: Just because January is over doesn’t mean human trafficking is. Awareness isn’t just for one month—it’s a year-round fight. Traffickers don’t take breaks, and neither do we. Keep learning. Keep speaking up. Keep protecting those at risk. Because every day, someone needs your voice. #traverseproject

🟣 Leveraging Darkside to Support Efforts Combating Human Trafficking 🟣 As January marks National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, we take this opportunity to recognize our partners whose essential work in the fight against human trafficking and cybercrime continues every day.   We’re proud to see Darkside being utilized by organizations like the Traverse Project, Anti-Human Trafficking Intelligence Initiative (@TeamATII) , National Child Protection Task Force (NCPTF), and Permanent Record Research. Our partners are instrumental in using OSINT to disrupt trafficking networks while working to support survivors and raise awareness.   We are honored to supercharge the investigations and threat intelligence capabilities of our partners as they develop innovative data-driven solutions to confront global issues!

Traverse Project’s own Cyrus Norcross is raising awareness about the growing threat posed by a violent transnational criminal organization from Venezuela. This group is significantly intensifying the human trafficking crisis in the United States, with serious implications for both public safety and national security.