Mission
Our mission is to ensure that missing, runaway, homeless, and street youth/young adults, who have been subjected to, or are at risk of being subjected to, sexual abuse, human trafficking, or sexual exploitation and their families have access to resources and support that rebuild connections and develop a sense of safety, hope and leadership.
Our Programs
Layla’s Hope is a national program currently developing and implementing expanded initiatives in East Tennessee, with a State Chapter now launched in Vermont.
Our team is working diligently to ensure these efforts strengthen support systems for children, youth, young adults, and families in crisis. We are committed to building programs that promote safety, connection, and hope in every community we serve.
Stay tuned for updates on services, resources, and the continued growth of Layla’s Hope across the country.
Below you will find "Layla's Hope Resource Manual - Tennessee". This resource manual includes state and national resources for missing, homeless, and runaway youth. Download this valuable resource and share with families, youth, and community partners.
Future Programs
- Drop-In Center
- Connection to resources and services
- Family Peer Support
- Youth Peer Support
- Family Peer Support within the first 24 hours of missing
- Access to food, clothing, blankets
- Connection to family and natural supports
Meet Layla
Layla the daughter, the granddaughter, the sister, the niece, the stepdaughter, the cousin, the friend and most importantly THE MOM! The independent rambunctious little girl that grew into a young woman full of vibrant, colorful and magical energy.
Layla Marie Santanello was last seen on June 27th, 2023. Her last
confirmed sighting was in the grassy field region behind the Americourt Hotel, located at 1900 American Way, Kingsport, TN. Sources say she spoke with a group of men, asking for a cigarette, and walked away shortly thereafter. There have been no confirmed sightings of her since.
LAYLA'S HOPE STATE CHAPTERS
VERMONT FEDERATION OF FAMILIES FOR CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH
The Vermont Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health exists to support families and children where a child or youth, age 0-22, is experiencing or at risk to experience emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges. The Federation is committed to:
The Vermont Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health exists to support families and children where a child or youth, age 0-22, is experiencing or at risk of experiencing emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges. The Federation is committed to:
- Providing families with peer support and information in order to make informed decisions.
- Empowering families, youth and young adults to navigate service and support systems.
- Advocating for accessible, flexible and quality family centered and driven services on a local, state and national level.
The Federation collaborates with schools, communities, governmental, and private agencies, and other advocacy organizations to achieve these ends.
Click Here to learn more or for contact information.
NEW CHAPTER COMING SOON!!
Help Us Spread Love and Hope and Donate Today!
Become a reoccurring donor and provide sustained help.
To become a reoccurring donor or to ask any questions contact Stacy Morgan at 276.274.7068 or at sjustiss.mhta@outlook.com.
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Donate items such as clothes, books, food, sanitary supplies, first aid items, blankets, bedding, furniture, shoes, etc.
To drop off items or to ask any questions contact Stacy Morgan at 276.274.7068 or at sjustiss.mhta@outlook.com.
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“Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world.”
HOWARD ZINN