Ryder System Inc. Takes a Stand Against Human Trafficking with the Freedom Drivers Project
1. Raising Awareness in Fort Worth
On October 27, 2025, Ryder System Inc. (NYSE: R) announced an important initiative aimed at combating human trafficking. The company will host the *Freedom Drivers Project*, a national mobile exhibit developed by *Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT)*, at its Transportation Management Center in Fort Worth, Texas. Scheduled for November 7, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. CT, this exhibit aims to educate employees and raise awareness of the devastating impact of human trafficking, a modern-day atrocity affecting over 50 million individuals worldwide and generating approximately $150 billion annually.
2. A Commitment to Combat Human Trafficking
Ryder's initiative is a reflection of its ongoing commitment to support TAT’s mission. The company is proactive in training its professional drivers to recognize and report signs of human trafficking. This training is critical, as transport professionals are often in a unique position to identify victims and intervene.
The *Freedom Drivers Project* is designed to be a compelling and immersive experience. It features powerful imagery, survivor stories, and real artifacts from trafficking cases, all aimed at underscoring the urgency of this issue and inspiring action among stakeholders in the transportation industry.
3. Key Event Details
- What: Freedom Drivers Project Exhibit
- When: November 7, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. CT (Opening remarks at 10:00 a.m.)
- Where: Ryder’s Transportation Management Center (TMC), 13599 Park Vista Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76177
- Who: The event will feature remarks from Brandy Belton, the TAT Mobile Exhibits Director, and Stephanie Wicky, Ryder's VP of Marketing and Vice Chairman of the board for TAT.
Media representatives are invited to attend the opening remarks and tour the exhibit, which will be a closed event, limited to Ryder employees, law enforcement officials, and public officials.
4. About Ryder System, Inc.
Ryder System, Inc. is a fully integrated logistics and transportation company providing a wide range of services. These include supply chain solutions, dedicated transportation, fleet management, warehousing, and distribution across North America. Currently, Ryder manages nearly 250,000 commercial vehicles and serves businesses across more than 20 industries.
The company is recognized for its technology-driven innovations, environmental management practices, and commitment to safety and health initiatives. Ryder's proactive approach to social issues, such as human trafficking, reinforces its position as a leader in the logistics and transportation sector.
Ryder’s efforts through the *Freedom Drivers Project* highlight the critical intersection of transportation and social responsibility, setting an example for other companies in the industry to follow.
