Our staff are dedicated to providing the necessary support for those impacted by human trafficking.

Our staff is united by their passion for ensuring survivors of trafficking and exploitation are believed and supported by their community. Staff members bring decades of experience combatting violence and providing community-based services and include previous South Dakota Department of Corrections staff, social workers, law enforcement, and addiction recovery specialists.

 

Becky

President & CEO - One of the first things the Lord said to me was, ‘Unite a community.' At the time I had no idea what that meant, but as this has evolved, I realized people in the community did not have tangible ways to get involved. When they hear about trafficking, most people want to be part of the solution but do not know how to do that. We come up with unique and creative ideas for people to leverage their gifts and passions to serve this mission.

Monica

Managing Director of Development & Community Engagement - I think the biggest purpose of my role is community awareness, so being able to share with the community of who we are, what we do, the people we serve. I help give our clients a voice through by just sharing different opportunities that we are able to provide for our clients and how community members can join.

Mckenzie

Director of Marissa’s House and Outreach Services - I believe in the mission of CTF because those that work at CTF truly want to help people and have the heart to serve. We are willing to push boundaries, advocate, and do the right thing no matter what that looks like for our clients.

Ashton

Director of Program Development & Occupational Therapy - I love that I get to utilize my occupational therapy skills and be able to teach clients daily life skills to assist in the client in living more independently. I love that the foundation of the organization is that it is a faith-based organization and that our hearts are to serve. I also like that we can be a voice and advocate for those who may not have a voice.

Rachel

Director of Grants Management - Human trafficking and sexual exploitation occur at alarming and growing rates. When I learned about the extent and nature of the violence that was happening in the place I called home, I had a moment of perfect clarity where I knew I was called to do something about it. I believe that every human being has the right to be treated with dignity and to live a life free from violence. At CTF, I have the opportunity every day to build a world I believe in.

Tammi

Director of Finance - I believe that all individuals deserve freedom and respect. I love that CTF walks along those in need and supports them in all areas of their journey to freedom for as long as they need that support.

Amy

Manager of Youth & Reentry Case Managers - Wholeness comes from all of the entities and agencies we coordinate with. We are able to provide services that hopefully brings balance to their needs. Also everyone has needs and wants and working with our clients to learn to get these met and work toward advocating for themselves to get these met.

Maggie

Operations and Human Resources Coordinator - When the opportunity arose for me to combine my skills in the office with my desire to serve, it confirmed to me that God knows me, He hears our prayers, and He blesses us in the most unexpected and amazing ways. We are meant to be free. Our agency and ability to choose is God-given. Human trafficking takes away these rights from innocent people. It’s an honor to work for Call to Freedom and support wholeness and healing to those who have been impacted by trafficking.

Sarah

Community Outreach Coordinator - The Community Outreach Coordinator position is valuable to the organization, and the community, because it helps break down the silos of each organization and resources in the community so we can collaboratively work together to help the individuals achieve their goals.

Mary

Survivor Service and Program Coordinator - I had a calling to help and serve. Eventually I shared my past at a breakfast for CTF, bringing hope to other victims, brining about awareness that human trafficking does not know borders. My story is to help others, it isn’t about me, but what I can do to shed light on the darkness. The continuum of care model is for the whole person . Victims need more than people can understand. It is more than one service provided but looking at the person as whole.

Ashley

Spirituality & Mentor Coordinator - Spirituality can be an important component to the healing process. As survivors walk through the healing process it is vital to be healthy spirit, soul, and body. Spirituality can provide hope, a sense of purpose, and community. Connecting a survivor with a mentor can also be a key component in their journey.

Courtney

Occupational Therapy Coordinator - Individuals that have been sex and/or labor trafficked and/or exploited are so much more than what they have been through and it's important for them to hear that that doesn't define who they are. They are overcomers and survivors. Being able to help them along the way to see some light and to recognize they are worthy to achieve whatever they put their minds to is why I believe in the mission of CTF.

Steve

Youth Navigator - I think my position was created at Call to Freedom just due to past clients talking about that the youth need to be aware of what's going on. Some of our clients did not have that luxury when, situations started happening with them. My role plays into the awareness piece and trying to prevent things happening to our youth.

Briana

Housing Navigator - This role involves supporting and advocating for clients across South Dakota and assisting them in identifying housing options that align with their circumstances and preferences; becoming a lasting resource for them in their path to healing. It also includes ongoing development of positive community partnerships that will allow growth of the mission and options for those that we serve.

Madison

Youth Case Manager - I believe it is important to bring wholeness to individuals that are receiving services through CTF because it’s essential that we provide emotional, physical, spiritual, and mental health support to promote the best outcome for those we serve as well as their family members.

Brandon

Bilingual Case Manager - I believe in the CTF mission because it’s important to remember that there is always light in the darkness. There are lots of difficult things we all must navigate through in life and CTF is a helping hand during those times.

Kylita

Marissa's House Case Manager - I believe in our mission just because it really, I mean, you can't go wrong with helping people heal and if there's any way that we can spread more love and more joy into that healing journey, then that's something that I would want to be a part of.

Kristi

Marissa's House Case Manager - They've gone through some of their worst things ever, and then you are able to show them, what life actually looks like. You know, I tell clients all the time, that I don't have a perfect life. I'm not a role model for a perfect life. But I'm a mom, I'm a significant other to someone. And so can be an example of what that looks like.

Rachael

Reentry Case Manager

Peri

Statewide Rural Case Manager - Because it's pretty neat to see what people do after they step into their full autonomy and begin to heal.

Shelby

Program Administrative Assistant - No person should have to go through the intense trauma that comes with being trafficked or exploited. I think our mission is important to help individuals in absolutely any way possible reenter the world with the resources they may need. Providing those resources is one thing but walking in that journey with them is what can make all the difference.

Jamie

Executive Assistant

Abbie

Occupational Therapy Assistant - I believe everyone deserves a fair chance at life, and this organization brings freedom to those who weren’t given that opportunity.

Lana

Administrative Assistant - CTF advocates for and serves those who have been adversely impacted by the scourge of human trafficking.

Eden

Community Engagement Manager - I believe in the mission of Call to Freedom because everybody deserves to feel heard, valued, & empowered. Call to Freedom does exactly that & more by helping to support individuals & families that have been impacted by trafficking.

Delaney

Family Case Manager - I am deeply passionate about Call to Freedom's mission, especially their continuum of care model. I believe it's essential for victims to have access to a broad range of resources to support their healing, and that they understand Call to Freedom is committed to being there for them throughout their entire journey.