The Warrior Battalion Mission
To supply protection and support to every child who has experienced abuse, encouraging them to speak up and put an end to abuse once and for all.
Why We Work to Prevent Child Abuse
When 12 year old *Joe first told his mother about his abuse, he was adamant that she not tell anyone else. Her response was simple:
“You are a warrior, and every warrior needs an army to help them fight. So I have to tell people who will support you as you fight.”
They quickly enlisted friends, detectives and counselors in their battalion to protect Joe and seek justice. Joe later told the perpetrator that he had an entire army around him now and could no longer be abused.
At that moment, Joe went from a VICTIM to a WARRIOR.
Members of this army will advocate for child safety by helping to report the abuse and leading non-offending family members to assemble a battalion of their own. Army support doesn’t stop there. Members will guide the child, putting an end to the abuse, establishing a path toward healing and continuously working to prevent child abuse….from ashes to beauty.
Every school needs a volunteer army to support child victims and educate others to prevent child abuse.
Andrew J. Tejeda
Executive Director, 42nd Warrior Battalion
Andrew is a native San Antonian who was raised with his 3 siblings by a single mother, which presented many challenges. Despite struggles experienced during his childhood, Andrew persevered by earning an educational scholarship at Central Catholic, followed by a successful career in management with United Parcel Service (UPS) where he advocated persistently for workers’ rights and safe working conditions. After retiring from UPS, Andrew pursued a career in the tourism industry, owning and successfully managing a venue located in downtown San Antonio, where locals and tourists visited frequently to witness Andrew’s musical talents. During this time, Andrew was able to use his platform as a local celebrity to promote awareness and raise funds for various non-profit organizations.
The philanthropic role that Andrew continues to embrace benefits his hometown, helping children who currently face similar challenges that he once did as a child. Andrew has been deeply involved in various charitable organizations, including the Central Catholic Alumni Association, Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation, SA Youth Organization, and San Antonio Fiesta, with a mission to raise scholarship funds and inspire students to become triumphant by overcoming obstacles and hardships they may face. He is on the Board of Directors for Angie’s Angels.
As the Executive Director of 42nd Warrior Battalion, Andrew strives to continue his mission of empowering children with the necessary skills to overcome the pain of abuse in order to live a successful, joyful, and peaceful life.
Join the Fight Your Way
It’s ok if you don’t have time to volunteer in the school system. We have many programs designed to protect victims and prevent child abuse going forward.
42nd Warrior Battalion is a non-profit organization dedicated to ending child sexual abuse through education, empowerment, healing, and protection.