Operation Reclaim and Rebuild
Human trafficking is a tragic reality happening in our communities every single day. When law enforcement, government agencies, and service providers unite, exploited victims are recovered from our streets and are given a real chance at a future free from human trafficking.
This year, from January 26 to February 1st, the 11th annual Operation Reclaim and Rebuild brought together more than 100 law enforcement agencies throughout California to focus on recovering victims of human trafficking and apprehending their exploiters.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, a co-partner with Saving Innocence in the Los Angeles Regional Human Trafficking Task Force, was among the agencies involved in the operation.
547 suspected traffickers and sex buyers were arrested and nearly 177 human trafficking victims were recovered with some between the ages of 14-17 years old.
As co-leaders in the LA Regional Human Trafficking Task Force, Saving Innocence celebrates these wins as every arrest is a step toward dismantling the networks that prey on the most vulnerable, and every recovery is a new beginning for survivors of these horrific crimes.
At Saving Innocence, it is an honor to walk alongside survivors from the start of their recovery journey, providing a strong support system that empowers them to rebuild their lives with confidence and resilience.
As our clients work with their Advocate, they are connected with safe housing, education, job training, and opportunities for mentorship and life-skills development – all of which help them move forward with hope toward a brighter future.
Will you join in the work of Saving Innocence by making a one-time or monthly gift today? Your support will make a difference in the lives of survivors and help them heal, grow, and lead lives free from exploitation.
Moving Toward Independence
For survivors of human trafficking, taking steps toward their independence – like getting a driver’s license – can be a long and daunting process.
Many of us might remember the excitement of getting our first license as teenagers and the new sense of freedom that came along with it.
But for survivors, the process of gathering the necessary paperwork along with the financial burden of driver’s courses and license fees, can feel overwhelming without support.
For one of our clients, the dream of getting her license felt out of reach. She knew that having her license would open new opportunities and make it easier to attend school and work.
However with the high cost of driver’s school, this was one of the biggest hurdles to overcome.
Thanks to the generosity of donors like you, Saving Innocence provided the financial support she needed to enroll in driver’s education.
Her Saving Innocence Advocate supported her by helping gather required documentation and navigate the DMV (something no one should do alone!) and cheered her on when the day came to take her behind-the-wheel test.
After weeks of practice and preparation, she passed!
Now she has reliable transportation for commuting to work, attending school, or simply experiencing the freedom she deserves.
This is what your support makes possible. Please donate today to help Saving Innocence continue to support survivors as they overcome obstacles and move forward toward self-sufficiency, confidence, and empowerment.