Sanctuary Night prides itself on being trauma informed and led by those with lived experience. This informs its organizational structure at every level.
A staff of Peer Support Specialists and Clinical Case Managers oversee day-to-day operations. A dedicated and diverse group of professionals sit on our Board of Directors, which guides strategic decision-making processes and offers practical support to the organization.
Volunteers from all over provide meals, clothing, and hygiene items for Sanctuary Night.
Trafficking survivors, people with lived experience, counselors, and other mental & physical health professionals provide direct input and leadership at Sanctuary Night, serving on our staff, board of directors, advisory teams, and as volunteers.
Staff
Hannah Estabrook, Executive Director & Co-Founder
Hannah Estabrook, MA, LPCC-S has been working as a clinician in the mental health field for over seventeen years and has specialized in providing direct services to survivors of the sex trade and sex trafficking. Her work with survivors has included the settings of the criminal justice system (CATCH Court). She co-founded Sanctuary Night because she wanted to imagine a more neighborly response to vulnerable women on the streets of Columbus - one that didn't require the traumatic experience of getting arrested in order to access. Hannah lives in Franklinton with her husband Brian, two dogs, and one cat. She is co-author of the book Beyond Desolate: Hope vs. Hate in the Rubble of Sexual Abuse. She also serves as a pastor of The Abbey, a contemplative Vineyard church in Franklinton.
Heather Mohrman, Co-Founder & Emeritus
Heather is the co-founder of Sanctuary Night and has nearly 18 years of experience serving at-risk women. She was previously the community provider at Rachel’s House in Franklinton and a Franklin County Municipal Court Probation Officer (CATCH and Opiate Extension Program). She lived in Franklinton for nearly 18 years. In addition to Heather’s role at Sanctuary Night, she leads the Expanded Ohio HIV/HCV Partnership as Co-Principal Investigator. She currently resides in Bexley, loves to travel, loves the wilderness, and cheering embarrassingly loud during her children’s extra curricular activities.
Mandie Knight, Director of Operations
Mandie reclaimed her life from the challenges of sex work and addiction in January 2016. In 2017, Mandie completed the rigorous program of CATCH court, marking a pivotal milestone in her recovery journey. Her commitment to personal growth led her to pursue higher education, culminating in the achievement of an Associate of Art in Psychology in December 2023. Mandie has channeled her experiences into a profound mission of advocacy and support for those facing similar struggles. As an Ambassador on the Attorney General’s Human Trafficking Commission, Mandie plays a crucial role in shaping policies and initiatives aimed at combating human trafficking and supporting survivors. Recognized for her exceptional contributions, Mandie received an award of commendation at the 2023 Human Trafficking Summit. Mandie's dedication to serving vulnerable populations extends beyond her professional commitments. She volunteers with Child Survivor Day Camp, fostering trust and understanding in relationships with young survivors of sexual exploitation. Her involvement with organizations like Freedom A La Cart, where she previously served as Butterfly Program Manager, demonstrates her commitment to empowering survivors towards self-sufficiency and leadership. Her volunteer work with Sanctuary Night and her role on the Survivor Leader Advisory Panel underscore her ongoing commitment to advocacy and support within the survivor community. Now serving as the full-time Director of Operations at Sanctuary Night, Mandie continues to leverage her expertise and passion to drive meaningful change.
Karl Boettcher, Finance Director
Karl joined the Sanctuary Night team in 2023. He is a pastor at Central Vineyard church where he has served in an executive function for over a decade. Previously Karl has worked in banking, small business and the arts. Karl is one of the founders of Wild Goose Creative. He holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from Calvin College and a master’s in theology and culture from St. Stephen's University in New Brunswick. Karl loves his family, making music, and playing tabletop games.
Morgan Flinner, Development Officer
Morgan Flinner began volunteering in the anti-human trafficking world in 2016. She helped survivors with life skills like obtaining a driver's license, balancing monthly expenses, studying for the GED and furnishing their first apartment. Through that work she met Hannah Estabrook and became a Sanctuary Night host volunteer in 2019. Prior to this work, Morgan rebooted her children's school Parent Teacher Organization and launched a successful fundraiser that is still going strong. As Development Officer, Morgan combines her fundraising success and experience with her love for the most vulnerable members of our community. Morgan lives in Columbus with her 2 teenagers and 1 precious dog.
Melanie Conover, Clinical Supervisor
Melanie Conover is a Licensed Independent Social Worker. Melanie's social work experience includes clinical case management and group therapy with survivors of sex trafficking and trauma, and in recovery from addiction. She currently supervises Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistants and OhMAS certified Peer Recovery Supporters. The treatment modalities she employs include motivational interviewing, internal family systems, CBT, DBT, and trauma-based therapies, and is trained in EMDR. She is passionate about helping womxn find freedom from addiction and trauma, discover supportive communities, and reconnect with themselves to live wholeheartedly.
Susan Trianfo, Volunteer Coordinator
Susan Trianfo has been dedicated to combating human trafficking for over a decade. She began mentoring individuals in CATCH Court and organized volunteers for various initiatives with Freedom a la Cart. Her passion and dedication earned her a role as an employee at Freedom, where she managed volunteers and key partnerships, later transitioning to the role of Supportive Services Director. After retiring from Freedom in 2022, Susan's dedication to helping vulnerable women remained unwavering. She continued her volunteer work with Sanctuary Night supporting those at risk of sexual exploitation. Susan's passion for serving led her to return from retirement to take on the role of Volunteer Coordinator at Sanctuary Night. Beyond her advocacy work, Susan enjoys a variety of hobbies, including playing Pickleball, hiking, playing cards, and cherishing moments with her loved ones.
Nancy Hashman, Property Manager/Clinical Case Manager
Nancy’s road to redemption started in 2015. Sanctuary Night and its mission is a deep rooted passion of hers. She believes that God brought her out of “the life” so that she is able to reach a hand out to help others. She loves her dogs, riding roller coasters, 4-wheeling and hiking. When she needs to refuel (internally) she listens to Christian music & audio self help books and tends to her womanly needs. A quote she holds herself to is, “Integrity is choosing your thoughts and actions based on morals and values rather than personal gain.” Nancy is a calming presence, and is loved by many womxn on the street, who are inspired by her transformation.
Renee McCallion, Clinician
Renee McCallion, MA, LPCC has been practicing as a clinical therapist since 2012. She specializes in trauma-informed care and has experience working with womxn in recovery. Renee has been a Sanctuary Night volunteer since 2017 in various capacities and has gotten to watch the organization bloom and grow over the years. In addition to her role at Sanctuary Night, Renee owns a private practice of her own. She has lived in Franklinton for 10 years with her husband and two children and served as an elected area commissioner in the neighborhood (FAC). She is passionate about affordable housing and continues to sit on the Franklinton Housing and Development Committee. Renee is using her expertise and trauma background to serve in a clinical role at Sanctuary Night.
Britney Dunaway, New Hire Mentor/Peer Support Specialist
Britney has been sober and free from sex work for nearly seven years. She graduated from CATCH court in 2018 and Freedom A la Cart’s workforce development program in 2021. She recently obtained her high school diploma. She got married to her wife in October of 2018 and they have two fur babies that they love with all their hearts. In January of 2022 she was hired as a Peer Support Specialist and was promoted in January of 2023. Her hope is that her story will reach at least one person and show them that healing is possible.
Kristin Waller, Clinical Case Manager
Kristin has been free from the lifestyle and addiction for seven and half years. She graduated from Catch Court in 2015 and then was able to obtain employment with Freedom A La Cart and complete their workforce development program 2022. She graduated Columbus State Community College in 2021 with honors and received her Associates in Applied Science and Social and Human Services. She also obtained her CDCA and is now doing what she is passionate about by helping vulnerable womxn. During her healing process she interned with Maryhaven and learned professional skills such as conflict resolution, customer communications, and relationship management to help her in her career. Having lived experience gives her the interpersonal skills to help others. She has three beautiful children who she adores and wants to give the best life possible. She hopes that she can give back to others and make a difference in other womxn’s lives, how it was freely given to her. In her academic and professional life, she has been consistently praised as hard working, dedicated and empathetic by her professors and peers.
LaRose Daniels, Clinical Case Manager
LaRose has been free from the lifestyle for five years. She graduated CATCH court in 2019, Amethyst (is an Alumni), and the workforce development program at Freedom A La Cart in 2022. With help, she was able to become self-sufficient and obtain her CDCA. During her healing process she voulenteered for Reaching For The Shining Stars, a non-profit street outreach. She has a big heart and believes because of her lived experiences in the lifestyle she can relate to womxn in order to help them. She is a cat & dog mom, loves giving them pets, and enjoys music & ocean views. She hopes she can help make a difference in others lives the way others have made a difference in hers.
Christy Boykin, Peer Support Specialist
Christy has been on a journey of recovery since 2016. She is Sanctuary Night’s first survivor employee, and first Peer Support Specialist. When she is not serving at Sanctuary Night, she loves to color and practice yoga for self care. Christy truly embodies the quote she lives by, “You give hope to those in the thick of their own wars, when they see how you have made peace with yours.”
Amber Rencher, Hospitality Worker
Jordan Rasmussen, Hospitality Worker
Tessa Valentine, Hospitality Worker
Board of Directors
Tori McGraw-Rowe, Board Chair
Tori serves as a Project Manager with VineyardUSA. Her background is in system development, assessment and evaluation, and grant management. She thrives at the intersection of data and spreadsheets and the irreducible complexities of real people, cultures, and communities. She holds a Master of Divinity degree from Yale University and a bachelor's degree from Wesleyan University (Middletown, CT). Tori enjoys gardening and time spent with her family in the backyard of her Near East Side home.
Dayna McCrary, Vice Chair
Kimberly Eckhart, Treasurer
Kim Eckhart, MS, serves as Research Manager of the Children’s Defense Fund-Ohio, where she engages in public policy advocacy on behalf of students with a background in foster care and elevates data and research. During her 20+ year career in public and higher education administration she has experience in financial and data analysis and project management. She has a B.A. in International Development and an M.S. in Economics.
Bryan Prosek
Bryan is a business attorney with Steptoe and Johnson and a published author in the genres of young adult, mystery, and action adventure. He lives in Columbus, Ohio with his wife and two children. Bryan works with a number of nonprofit organizations in the area of anti-human trafficking.
Gina Burris
Gina is a licensed social worker and the Re-Entry Housing Coordinator at Integrated Services for Behavioral Health. She is an advocate for the "Housing First" model, and strongly believes that people can change and "recreate" their lives. She is a foundational member of Sanctuary Night as a Steering Committee member. Gina also serves on the advisory committee for She Has A Name and has been instrumental in creating and managing the April Thacker "Dream Scholarship." Gina is one of the first graduates from the Catch Court program, and calls hers
Erica Waite
Erica is a creator and grower of technology-based start-up companies. She is a talent leader and strategist who holds an MBA from the Fisher School of Business and an MS from Case Western Reserve. Erica moved to Franklinton in 2007 and has made an incredible impact as a neighbor, home owner, and advocate.
Hanim Shepherd
Hanim is an energetic forecasting and replenishment professional specializing in training, detailed-analytics, business influence and collaboration in order to meet strategic and financial goals. She currently works in inventory management with Big Lots and has a strong history of volunteerism in the Central Ohio area.
Justin McIntosh
Justin McIntosh is an award-winning writer, editor and content strategist steeped in arts, culture, and journalism. He was introduced to Sanctuary Night by his Franklinton based employer- CoverMyMeds. When not reading or writing, Justin is usually biking, attending Crew games or concerts or making art with his three kids and wife in Columbus, Ohio.
Bethany Suchy
Bethany works with nonprofit corporations and tax-exempt entities, managing the full-aspect of her client’s banking relationships (including treasury management, credit, and investment needs) at PNC. She is an alumnus of the University of Dayton, and holds the Municipal Securities Representative (Series 52) and Uniform Securities Agent (Series 63) licenses. After work, she volunteers through PNC’s Grow Up Great and Multicultural Business Resource Groups, and is pleased to begin contributing to Sanctuary Night in 2023.
Colleen Wilson
Colleen is a designer and DIY-er that is passionate about creating spaces that are both functional and beautiful. She and her husband Thomas team up to execute all phases of home renovation, from concept to build, decor, and maintenance. She also works at Nationwide Financial as an Underwriting Specialist and enjoys playing the violin.
Lydia Reback
Lydia Reback is an Associate in the litigation practice group at Ice Miller LLP. Lydia lives in Clintonville with her wife and their three pets.
Vanessa Cooper
Vanessa has been free from human trafficking and addiction since 2010 and is a proud 2012 graduate of the CATCH program. She has a MSW from The Ohio State University and practices as a Licensed Social Worker in the mental health and substance use field. Recovery from sex work and/or substance use doesn't look the same for everyone and thinking that it does or should, could be detrimental to an individuals recovery process. She is grateful to be able to help change the narrative in her career, personal life, and volunteer efforts. She enjoys doing the behind the scenes work and watching people grow and reach their fullest potential.
Derrick Antwi
Derrick Antwi, CPA, serves as Assistant Vice President of Business and Finance at Capital University.
Dana Jackson
Dana Jackson, LISW-S, LICDC has held clinical and supervisory roles in the social work field for over 18 years. She has a passion for working with women and adolescents. She is currently employed as a Substance Use Counselor for Dublin City Schools. Dana also provides counseling services as an independent contractor at a Private Practice agency in Dublin. Dana enjoys spending her free time with her husband and four children.