Timea Nagy Shares Her Story: From Human Trafficking Survivor to Award-Winning Advocate
Timea Nagy Keynote Speaker Profile
Introduction
Timea Nagy keynote speaker is an internationally recognized human trafficking survivor, advocate, entrepreneur, and author. As a highly sought-after keynote speaker, Timea Nagy uses her personal experience, industry expertise, and deep commitment to social change to engage audiences across Canada, North America, and globally. By sharing her journey, Timea Nagy speaker helps empower organizations and ignite conversations around human trafficking prevention, corporate social responsibility, financial sector leadership, and survivor empowerment. Her work is especially relevant for corporations, financial institutions, law enforcement, government agencies, NGOs, and educational providers seeking to gain actionable insights and advance their anti-trafficking initiatives.
Biography Summary
Timea Nagy immigrated to Canada in 1998 with aspirations of building a better life. Within months of arriving in Toronto from Budapest, Hungary, her life took a traumatic turn when she became a victim of human trafficking. Surviving three months in captivity, she emerged as a determined advocate for change. In 2009, Timea Nagy founded ‘Walk With Me,’ Canada’s first victim support and crisis response organization focused on survivors of human trafficking, which assisted over 300 survivors and supported more than 500 trafficking-related investigations. She played a crucial role in the successful execution of Project OPAPA, Canada’s largest human trafficking investigation.
Timea Nagy’s expertise is recognized internationally through her influential training sessions for law enforcement, including the FBI and agencies across Canada, the US, and Europe. As the founder and CEO of Timea’s Cause Inc., she spearheads innovative, sustainable solutions to anti-slavery work. Her memoir, “Out of the Shadows,” is a national bestseller. Throughout her journey, she has received numerous honors, including the Prime Minister’s Volunteer Award, Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Medal, and International Freedom Award by Free the Slaves. Timea Nagy keynote speaker has contributed directly to the United Nations Financial Taskforce and has been featured in major media outlets such as FORBES, CNN, NBC, and Fox News.
Timea Nagy speaker is a frequent collaborator with international leaders, celebrities, corporations, and non-profit organizations to educate, unite, and mobilize communities in the global fight against human trafficking.
Speaking Topics & Expertise
- Understanding Human Trafficking in Canada and Globally – This keynote provides a comprehensive overview of human trafficking trends and real-life implications, empowering organizations to recognize warning signs and take proactive steps.
- Corporate Social Responsibility in Combating Human Trafficking – Timea Nagy keynote speaker offers actionable strategies for companies to identify vulnerabilities, build ethical supply chains, and foster workplace safety.
- Survivor Empowerment – The Importance of Trauma-Informed Response – This presentation educates leaders on trauma-informed approaches that enhance organizational responses while centering survivor voices in policies and practices.
- Training for Law Enforcement and Frontline Professionals – Timea Nagy speaker delivers specialized training to enhance detection, response, and investigation capacities among law enforcement and frontline service providers.
- The Role of Financial Institutions in the Fight Against Human Trafficking – Through case studies and expert insights, this session illuminates how banks and financial sectors can detect and disrupt trafficking operations.
- Building Sustainable Anti-Slavery Enterprises – Timea Nagy keynote speaker explores practical models for social enterprises aimed at survivor recovery, reintegration, and economic independence.
- Transforming Adversity into Advocacy – In this signature keynote, Timea Nagy speaker reveals her personal journey, offering inspiration and guidance on resilience, leadership, and advocacy.
Impact & Recognition
Timea Nagy speaker has had a major impact on anti-human trafficking efforts in Canada and around the world. As the founder of ‘Walk With Me,’ she was instrumental in helping hundreds of survivors and facilitating large-scale investigations. She developed and delivered training that reached over 10,000 law enforcement professionals globally, effectively shifting how agencies approach trafficking cases. Her leadership has advanced the dialogue in financial sectors, inspiring significant changes in risk protocols and compliance for North American and European institutions.
Her story and advocacy have received widespread public acknowledgment. Awards such as the Prime Minister’s Volunteer Award, Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Medal, and International Freedom Award reflect her service and influence. Her inclusion in the Canadian Museum for Human Rights and her bestselling memoir have reached millions, promoting greater awareness and engagement. Timea Nagy keynote speaker’s work at the UN Financial Taskforce demonstrates her expertise and broad credibility among international stakeholders.
Media & Appearances
Timea Nagy speaker has been profiled by leading media including FORBES Magazine, CNN, NBC, Fox News, and all major Canadian outlets. Her personal journey and thought leadership continue to be featured in documentaries, exhibitions, and speaking engagements at high-profile conferences. She has been interviewed on CBC’s The Social, contributed to major Canadian radio shows, and was showcased in the Canadian Museum for Human Rights.
Her memoir, “Out of the Shadows,” became a Canadian national bestseller in just six days. Timea Nagy keynote speaker has shared stages with prominent names such as Ashley Judd, Jamie Foxx, Wayne Newton, former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, and Rev. Michael Bernard Beckwith, amplifying anti-trafficking conversations and survivor advocacy worldwide.
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Booking Information
If your organization seeks to engage, educate, and empower your audience in the global fight against human trafficking, Timea Nagy keynote speaker provides unmatched sector expertise and survivor perspective. All requests for speaking engagements, training, or consulting should be directed through Speakers Bureau of Canada.
Early booking is recommended to secure your preferred dates. Organizational representatives can find additional details, including availability and rates, via the official Speakers Bureau of Canada contact page.
To request an initial consultation or proposal with Timea Nagy keynote speaker, please use the contact form on the Speakers Bureau of Canada website. No inquiries via third-party platforms are accepted.