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Pedaling Toward a World Without Slavery

One tandem bike. Thousands of miles.
A global movement to end human trafficking.

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30,000+ km
Pedaled in 4 Continents
500+
Riders Who Joined the Seat
$250,000
Raised for Anti-Trafficking
34
Countries Crossed

Slavery Is Stoppable.

We use human-powered endurance expeditions on a tandem bicycle to raise global awareness and funds to combat human trafficking. Through strategic partnerships with our partner organizations, we fund grants for projects dedicated to the prevention, prosecution, rescue, and rehabilitation of victims. This fight needs you.

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Slavery Is Stoppable

Naresh with Tim Shadbolt

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Naresh Kumar
"You don't get ahead by having the potential to do something. You get ahead by doing it."
— Naresh Kumar, Founder
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The Freedom Seat Film

A documentary about one man's journey across continents — and a global call to end modern slavery.

Humanitarian Impact

Slavery is Stoppable. But It Takes All of Us.

A Personal Note from Naresh

Since I'm not currently out on an expedition, I've decided to put my support behind LifeWise StL. It's an incredible organization doing deep work in St. Louis to help families get on their feet and stay there — through education and economic support.

It would mean a lot to me if you'd consider joining in. If you have a moment, please head over to make a donation. Every bit helps them provide the resources our neighbors need to truly thrive.

Thanks to my Partners