The Survivor's Story
We are a collective of survivors founded in Portsmouth, Virginia, dedicated to the unflinching healing of those who have endured human trafficking and exploitation. Our mission is to provide a sanctuary of faith-informed support and collaborative recovery resources, ensuring no one heals alone.
Our Leadership
A collective of survivors and allies dedicated to transformation and recovery.
Elena Vance
Founder & Executive Director
A survivor of trafficking and exploitation, Elena founded A Healing Heathen's Hub to provide a safe space for recovery and transformation.
Julian Reed
Board Chair & Legal Counsel
Julian brings decades of legal expertise and a deep commitment to survivors' rights, ensuring our collective operates with integrity and accountability.
Auggie Gray
Founder, Broken² Beautiful
Founder of Broken² Beautiful, Auggie founded the jewelry shop at age 9 to reclaim her narrative and support anti-trafficking organizations.
Dr. Marcus Thorne
Medical Director & Trauma Specialist
A trauma-informed clinician dedicated to providing holistic healing resources and medical support for survivors of human trafficking and abuse.
501(c)(3) Nonprofit · EIN 41-3928421 · Portsmouth, Virginia