Staff
Julie Garner
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
"I am honored to step into the role of Executive Director for A Secret
Safe Place to continue the groundbreaking work that has already been done
to end unsafe newborn abandonment. The work of educating Tennesseans and
informing women of their options under the Safe Haven Law is a work I am
committed to going to the frontlines for, and I am excited to have this
opportunity which I consider life giving."
Sarah Turner
OUTREACH COORDINATOR
"I joined the SSP board in 2016 after graduating college from the University of Tennessee. I had always heard about the mission of SSP and was able to attend several events. When our co-founder, Shawna McConnell, approached me about joining the Board of Directors, I was eager to do so. The mission of SSP is so important and I am excited to play a role in helping spread the message of Tennessee’s Safe Haven Law. I am so grateful and honored to be able to play a part in this incredible mission and work alongside such wonderful people."
Taylore Sanzo
ADVOCACY COORDINATOR
“This organization does so much meaningful work. While we are very much in
the business of ending newborn abandonment, we also work very hard to ensure mothers across the state know and understand their rights and protections under the Safe Haven Law. The moments of despair that these young women experience do not have to lead to ending the life of an innocent newborn as well as their own. Our mission is never finished, and I’m honored to be a part of it."
Halli Paskell
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR
“I am so excited to be a part of A Secret Safe Place for Newborns of Tennessee’s staff. As a new mom myself, I look forward to continuing our mission and educating mothers across the state of TN as the Community Engagement Coordinator. I am eager to advance our work with the next generation, while ensuring our organization stays relevant to our target age demographic. I am honored to play a small part in such life-saving work.”
Becky Brady
ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER
“I love being able to be a part of such an important organization and to have the privilege to work with so many amazing and passionate people. We have the opportunity to make the difference in the lives of families, mothers, and babies across the state of Tennessee, and I’m grateful to be a part of it.”