The Secret Behind Human Trafficking - Matthew Friedman, The Mekong Club

Purpose Talk with Aaron Pang

Founder and CEO of The Mekong Club, Matthew Friedman is a global expert on modern slavery and human trafficking. An award-winning filmmaker, author and philanthropist, Matthew regularly advises heads of governments and intelligence agencies. Matthew is considered the leading catalyst of the anti-slavery movement in Asia’s business sector by captains of industry.
What you'll learn from this episode:
- The truth about human trafficking
- How you can help the 99.8% victims in need
- Stories which will change your life and you have the power to change theirs
- What you can do to stop human trafficking
Key questions asked:
(0:00) Highlights
(5:02) Introduction
(5:58) What is the most important lesson in life
(7:33) How did you get into human trafficking and modern slavery
(11:28) How did not being able to save the little girl affect you mentally
(12:22) What should everyone know about modern slavery and human trafficking
(15:53) Can you tell us about your book 'Where Were You'
(18:44) How did you become an activist
(21:15) What is the one story you want to share
(24:35) How do you stay sane
(27:10) How does your day look like
(38:38) What tactics do scammers use to lure victims into human trafficking
🔗 CONNECT WITH MATTHEW
💻 Website - https://themekongclub.org/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-friedman-9788555
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