In this episode of SuperPumped Business and Life, host BenWalters interviews Ryan and April Berg as they share how they started the Aruna Project, an initiative aimed at freeing, employing, and empowering victims of human trafficking.

The Berg’s share their personal journey that led them to confront the harsh realities of sex trafficking in India, and discuss the stark differences in trafficking methods between India and the U.S. They highlight the systemic issues that perpetuate trafficking, and the innovative solutions Aruna has developed to provide holistic care and pathways to freedom for survivors. They discuss the multifaceted approach to helping trafficking survivors regain their freedom and rebuild their lives. They outline the four pillars of recovery: mental-emotional, relational-social, economic-financial, and physical-environmental. The discussion highlights the importance of individualized care plans, the journey from trauma to employment, and the transformative stories of resilience from survivors. They also delve into the sustainable business model that supports these efforts.

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Chapters:00:39 – The shocking moment in an airport that changed everything 02:00 – Discovering the horrors of sex trafficking in India 04:00 – Ryan walks through a red-light district for the first time 06:00 – Why they couldn’t walk away 08:00 – The differences between trafficking in India and the U.S. 13:00 – From victims to survivors: what recovery looks like 23:30 – How Aruna combines nonprofit care + business solutions 30:00 – One woman’s journey from brothel to business leader 36:00 – How athleisure gear funds freedom and hope 41:00 – How to support Aruna (runs, donations, and more)#arunaproject #humantraffickingawareness #nonprofitleadership #socialentrepreneurship #traumainformedcare #survivorstories #antitrafficking #superpumpedpodcast