25 years of Destiny Recue
25,000 rescues
New CEO, Destiny Rescue Australia - Greg Bradley
Destiny Rescue, an Australia-founded international child rescue charity, is celebrating a significant milestone of 25 years of operation and more than 25,000 individuals rescued from sexual exploitation and human trafficking.
Founded in Australia, Destiny Rescue has grown into a globally respected organisation working across multiple countries to rescue children trapped in exploitation and help them rebuild their lives. What began as a bold mission to confront one of the world’s darkest crimes has evolved into a coordinated international effort partnering with law enforcement, local authorities and community organisations to bring children into freedom.
Coinciding with this milestone, Destiny Rescue Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Bradley as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Greg brings more than two decades of senior leadership experience across the not-for-profit and international development sectors, with a strong focus on supporting vulnerable children and communities. Since joining Destiny Rescue, he has engaged closely with front line teams and visited rescue projects, gaining firsthand insight into the organisation’s life-saving operations.
“Twenty-five years and 25,000 rescues represent extraordinary progress, but behind every number is a child whose life has been forever changed,” Mr Bradley said. “While we pause to acknowledge this milestone, our focus remains firmly on the thousands more children who still need protection. Our commitment is to strengthen partnerships, expand awareness and mobilise more Australians to stand with us in the fight against child exploitation.”
Destiny Rescue’s model extends beyond rescue missions. The organisation provides trauma-informed care, safe housing, education, vocational training and long-term reintegration support to help survivors build independent, sustainable futures.
Over recent years, Destiny Rescue’s work has attracted national media attention, with high-profile investigations including coverage by The Australian and Channel 7’s Spotlight program taking viewers behind the scenes of rescue missions. These stories have highlighted both the impact of successful operations and the sobering reality that much more must be done to prevent exploitation, hold perpetrators accountable and protect vulnerable children worldwide.
Alarmingly, many of the perpetrators involved in both overseas exploitation and the proliferation of online child abuse material are Australians, reinforcing that this is not only a global issue, but one that demands vigilance and responsibility at home.
As Destiny Rescue enters its next chapter under new leadership, the organisation is calling on individuals, businesses and government partners to help drive even greater impact in the years ahead.
About us:
Launched on the Sunshine Coast in 2001, Destiny Rescue is an international non-government organisation (NGO) that exists to rescue children from sexual exploitation and human trafficking and equip them to stay free. They have conducted rescue operations and reintegration programming around the world, and work closely with international authorities and are invited to partner with local rescue-country authorities to expedite major raids. Destiny Rescue’s holistic approach to rescue ensures the children they rescue are provided with a safe and nurturing environment, with appropriate counselling and medical care. They are also offered the tools (education, vocational training & support) to realise their potential and fulfil their dreams and destiny.
Contact details:
MEDIA CONTACT Lizzie Henebery | 0402 809 650 | [email protected]
