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 that is currently developing and implementing a pilot program in East Tennessee.
Our team is working diligently to ensure that this program is a success, and we look forward to making a positive impact in the lives of children & families in East Tennessee. Stay tuned for updates on services and program updates.
Below you will find "Layla's Hope Resource Manual - East Tennessee & Southwest Virgina". 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 vanished into thin air June 27, 2023, from Kingsport, Tennessee. At the time of her disappearance, she was 21 years old, 4'10" tall and 115 lbs. Her hair was short and bleach blonde with dark roots. She was wearing a white tank, black leggings and no shoes.
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.
Donate items
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Share our mission on social media and raise awareness.
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.
Share our mission on social media and raise awareness.
Share our mission on social media and raise awareness.
Share our mission on social media and raise awareness.
“Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world.”
HOWARD ZINN