Who is Tim Ballard?
Tim Ballard is a prominent figure in the fight against human trafficking and modern-day slavery. As a former agent of the U.S. government, he has dedicated his life to rescuing victims and combating the global epidemic of human trafficking. Through his work, he has become a respected author, public speaker, and the founder of Operation Underground Railroad (OUR), a non-profit organization focused on combating child trafficking and exploitation.
In his early career, Tim Ballard worked as a Special Agent for the Department of Homeland Security, where he was involved in various law enforcement operations. However, his experiences working on child abduction and exploitation cases deeply impacted him, and he felt a calling to do more. This led him to leave his government job and establish OUR in 2013.
Operation Underground Railroad is a team of highly trained and skilled operatives, including former government agents, intelligence officers, and law enforcement personnel. The organization collaborates with local authorities and other NGOs worldwide to conduct undercover operations and rescue victims from human trafficking situations, primarily focusing on children. Their missions often involve working in high-risk environments to liberate victims and bring traffickers to justice.
Apart from conducting rescue missions, Tim Ballard is a vocal advocate against human…
