Human trafficking is a worldwide problem lacking the necessary attention and action to truly drive it out of existence. While many people exist on the frontlines, working to combat human trafficking and raise awareness about this problem, it continues to grow.

Human trafficking exists to a greater extent than the illegal sale of firearms. Currently, it's well on the way to surpassing the drug trade as well.

The reason for this is simple: firearms and drugs can only be sold one time. Sadly, human beings can be --- and often are --- sold multiple times per day.

Sound of Freedom is a film shining a light on the fight against human trafficking. It is also arriving in theaters nationwide, beginning Tuesday, July 4.

What to know about the Sound of Freedom

Sound of Freedom tells the real-life story of former DHS agent turned Operation Underground Railroad founder Tim Ballard. The story follows Ballard's work to save children from the hell that is human trafficking.

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The creators behind Sound of Freedom want to raise awareness about this issue, as well.

Therefore, the hope is to get at least two million people into theaters to see Sound of Freedom. The number of two million is not a coincidence, either. It represents the approximately two million children per year who remain ensnared in human trafficking.

Buy your tickets today

Already, theaters to see Sound of Freedom continue to sell out. People can purchase tickets here.

Likewise, Angel Studios set up a Pay It Forward program to ensure as many people as possible can see this film. Those who opt into the Pay It Forward program will be able to cover the cost for others who may struggle with affording a ticket to see this film.

Raising awareness about human trafficking remains the very first step to eradicating it altogether. Human traffickers and those who purchase from them thrive on secrecy, darkness, and shame.

Only by shining a light can darkness truly be driven out.

Anyone who wishes to report what they believe to be human trafficking can contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline via phone at 1 (888) 373-7888 or by text at 233733.