Human trafficking, athletic records, and a story of survival

12/09/20 • 47 min

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Norma Bastidas is known for completing ultramarathons and setting the record for the longest triathlon in the world, but her story wasn't always one of athleticism and physical strength. Norma endured a childhood in Sinaloa, Mexico filled with violence and sexual assault only to unknowingly escape into a sex trafficking ring in Japan. After years of abuse, violence, and intimidation, Norma's story is one of incredible resilience. She's sharing how she pushed through physical and mental hardship to shatter records for the longest triathlon in the world. Today Norma uses her platform and visibility as an athlete to raise awareness of the globally pervasive issue of human trafficking and sexual assault that plagued her youth.

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