Saved in America Blog

At Saved in America (SIA), our mission to end child sex trafficking relies on a dedicated team of professionals who bring their expertise and passion to the forefront. Among these exceptional individuals is Joshua Travers, our Law Enforcement Liaison,

On December 14th, 2024, Saved in America had the honor of presenting the "Brittanee Drexel" Award to Senator Shannon Grove for her unwavering dedication to combating human trafficking. Senator Grove's introduction of Senate Bill 14 (SB 14) into the California State Senate marks a significant step forward in the battle against this heinous crime.

California County News was happy to report on the launch of a crime-fighting RV that is designed to make the immensely important process of rescuing kids easier. The 37-foot RV is being used as a mobile command center for the team at Saved in America and their highly-qualified volunteers.

Human trafficking, which is referred to as modern-day slavery in America, often begins with a kidnapping of sorts, though it looks very different than you might expect. In years past, the dangers for children existed mostly in the shadows, down alleys and hiding among the aisles of stores.

Recently, Saved in America’s Founder, Joseph Travers, was featured in Shoutout LA Magazine.

In a world where darkness sometimes overshadows light, there are those who stand as beacons of hope, tirelessly working to restore what has been lost. Joseph Travers is one such individual, a pastor, and the founder of Saved in America, whose dedication to finding missing and exploited children has brought solace to hundreds of families.

In a recent appearance on the Mark Larson Show, retired Navy SEAL Master Chief Kirby Horrell, one of our esteemed board members and a proud Vietnam Veteran, shared his inspiring story. Kirby discussed the profound impact his military service has had on his life and how it motivated him to help our organization in its crucial mission.

In a proactive response to combat sex trafficking, Riverside County's Anti-Human Trafficking Team, alongside the Perris station's special enforcement team, executed a significant sting operation in Perris, California. This operation resulted in the arrest of 16 individuals, highlighting a diverse and troubling aspect of human trafficking activities.

At Saved in America, we are dedicated to the critical mission of locating and recovering missing and runaway children. But our commitment to these children and their families doesn’t end with recovery. Understanding the emotional and psychological journey post-recovery is crucial.