Put out on the street and trafficked when she was just thirteen years old, Sawan Vaden’s innocent adolescence was shattered from the start.  As an 18-year-old, Ms. Vaden met a man who lured her into prostitution with false promises, and which led to a highly manipulative and violent situation that lasted for years.  As a result, she lost everything meaningful to her.  Today, Ms. Sawan is the Executive Director of the Community Against Sexual Harm (CASH), which was created in 2008 by Sacramento Police officers, survivors, professors, Oak Park residents, and its business district, in response to an increase in exploitation and trafficking activity and the futile cycle of arrests, re-arrests, and imprisonment. A safe and non-judgmental space where women could receive referrals, food, and access to basic care, CASH provides vital support to women and families affected by human trafficking and exploitation in Sacramento, including comprehensive, trauma-informed services that not only foster healing and resilience but also empower survivors to reclaim their lives.