*Please note this event time is set for 9 am ET / 1 pm UTC
Joined by Strategic Advisor, Melissa Yao, and Founder and Director of Generate Hope, Susan Munsey, our team will deep dive into executive leadership in the anti-trafficking field. We’ll be discussing caring for yourself as a leader (including rest time, board engagement, and team-building) as well as avoiding mission drift while changing strategy.
Please also feel free to bring your questions and join in conversation with these experts!
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More About Our Speakers:
Susan Munsey, LCSW, is the founder of Atlas Free Network Member, GenerateHope, and a nationally recognized leader in the fight against sex trafficking. Honored as a CNN Hero and L’Oréal Woman of Worth, Susan has devoted her career to supporting survivors as they rebuild their lives.
Through GenerateHope, she has created a long-term, comprehensive residential recovery program that meets women where they are in their healing journey—offering both immediate care and sustained support. A passionate advocate, Susan works tirelessly to raise awareness about the devastating impact of sex trafficking.
Susan holds a master’s degree in social work from Smith College and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. With over 30 years of experience in clinical settings, hospitals, private practice, and nonprofit leadership, she brings deep expertise in therapy, advocacy, and survivor-centered care.
Melissa Yao is the Former Executive Director of the National Trafficking Sheltered Alliance. For nearly 8 years Melissa worked at The Samaritan Women, a long-term restoration home for survivors of domestic human trafficking. She has seen firsthand how isolating it is for those working with survivors of sexual exploitation and is passionate about building a community that empowers and encourages those in the trenches every day.
While at The Samaritan Women, Melissa worked to increase awareness and deepen community engagement on issues around human trafficking, spearheaded advocacy campaigns, hosted nation-wide gatherings and conferences, and supported staff and residents through their spiritual journey.
Prior to joining The Samaritan Women, Melissa worked with the White House’s Faith-based and Community Outreach Office at the United States Agency for International Development, Dr. Ron Sider with Evangelicals for Social Action, and with Bread for the World.
Melissa has her master’s degree in International Development from Eastern University and her bachelor’s in International Relations from American University.
Melissa is a Strategic Advisor for Atlas Free, offering 1:1 support to Network Members. Find out more here.