In one of the most critical and intense missions of her career, Alani Bankhead was part of a team that neutralized three females wearing suicide vests and plotting an attack. This daring operation required precision, skill, and bravery, and high-stakes espionage. But Alani's work didn't stop there. She has also dedicated herself to fighting human trafficking and exploitation, using her expertise to identify and disrupt trafficking networks around the world. Her work has taken her to the darkest corners of the internet, where she has tracked down and dismantled criminal organizations that prey on the vulnerable.
But what's striking about Alani's story is her admission to struggling with imposter syndrome throughout her career. Despite her impressive accomplishments, she often felt like she didn't truly belong in the male-dominated field of military intelligence. She shares with us how she learned to overcome these doubts and find her confidence, and how she became one of the most respected agents in the business.
- Alani's experience as the daughter of a foreign affairs officer in South America where she witnessed the impact of narco-trafficking.
- The challenges and rewards of working in the field, including the difficulty of developing trust with sources.
- Learn how Alani Bankhead uses her expertise to track down and dismantle criminal organizations that prey on the vulnerable.
- Listen to how you can help possible victims of trafficking by observing and acting.
- Alani's experience with imposter syndrome will resonate with anyone who's ever felt like they don't belong in their own skin.
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