Born out of a shared vision to accelerate the fight against human trafficking and its root causes, Unseen began in Fargo, North Dakota and Seoul, South Korea, with the support of dedicated volunteers, advisors, and donors in both the U.S. and South Korea. What started as a grassroots effort quickly grew into a global movement supporting frontline anti-trafficking partners around the world. 

Unseen's 35 partners in 35 countries supported millions of people affected by trafficking around the world. 83,271 vulnerable people received direct services and aftercare through Unseen partners. 

Unseen's work with and materials created for partners was attributed to over $3,000,000 raised to support their partners; an increase of more than $2,000,000 in only two years.

Unseen works to remove the funding barrier by providing integrated marketing materials to its portfolio of vetted anti-trafficking partners at no cost to them. 

Originally Calling Guardians, Unseen Guardians was created by business leaders, entrepreneurs, and Unseen donors in an effort to provide sustainable revenue to expand Unseen's partner portfolio to help more people vulnerable to trafficking.

$7,129,625 raised by partners with Unseen's products and materials. Unseen's partners directly serve 257,628 people, including 3,533 trafficked or enslaved survivors.

Trafficking remains in the top three criminal industries in the world. It is an infrequently prosecuted, low-risk crime. Anti-trafficking organizations must be well-networked and well-funded to combat illegal traffickers. 

Thanks to the help of generous supporters, advocates, and collaboration with Unseen, Unseen Guardians launches in April 2025 with 33 Official Guardian businesses, spanning a variety of industries.