An experienced anti-human trafficking activist with over two decades of dedicated service
Through her work with community-based organizations and community-led movements in South Asia, Supriya has gained a comprehensive understanding of the region’s complexities and nuances. Her unwavering commitment and tireless efforts have contributed to the development of effective, innovative, and sustainable grassroots solutions for combating slavery in South Asia.
Supriya’s groundbreaking field research on slavery and child labor in India was a critical turning point in the fight against human trafficking, sounding the alarm and catalyzing action that ultimately led to the creation of Free the Slaves. She played a pivotal role in launching its India and Nepal programs and served as South Asia Director for many years.
Supriya has liberated thousands of slavery survivors from bars, brothels, factories, mines, farms and fishing boats. She has conducted undercover investigations to expose slavery in rug factories and placement agencies. She has also played a significant role in locating children who were separated from their parents due to circus slavery.
