MEET OUR TEAM
Susan Norris | Founder and Executive Director
Susan Norris is the Founder of Rescuing Hope, Inc. and has been involved in the fight against sex trafficking since early 2010. Her passion is to enlighten the public about sex trafficking in America, educate potential victims and first responders, and empower advocates and survivors.
After learning about the issue of human trafficking in early 2010, Susan began pursuing how this could happen in the United States. She talked with people involved in this atrocity at every level she could find – victims, law enforcement officers, and front-line organizations she met through writing her novel, Rescuing Hope. Written as fiction so students would read it, Rescuing Hope provides a real-life glimpse into the world of sex trafficking.
Susan is a sought-after content expert, a member of the Georgia State Human Trafficking Task Force, a Credentialed Victims Advocate, a NOVA Victims Advocate Trainer, a P.O.S.T. certified trainer, and was appointed to the GRACE Commission by First Lady of Georgia, Marty Kemp.
She holds a Master’s in Education from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is a CLASS certified speaker. Susan is the mother of two adult children. She and her husband live in Atlanta.
Kelly Lee | Program Director
Kelly Lee joined Rescuing Hope in 2025 as the Program Director. She has been involved in the fight against sex trafficking since 2015, mentoring incarcerated victims, serving on rescue teams that transport victims to safe homes, and providing support services to the children of victims.
As a learning strategist and professional development coach, Kelly has successfully led learning and development programs from vision to design, launch, maintenance, and impact evaluation across a variety of not-for-profit and for-profit businesses. She holds a Master’s in Business Administration from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. Kelly has raised four children with her college sweetheart and husband. She lives in Atlanta and enjoys hiking, cooking, and reading.
Wendolyn Larkins | Ally Support Advocate
Wendolyn Larkins has over a decade of experience in the Not-for-Profit and Proprietary Education sectors, with a focus on developing programs that assist under-employed or under-represented individuals to exceed livable wages through specific, targeted training. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Spelman College and is currently working on her MBA with a concentration in Organizational Management, with an emphasis on community outreach and social justice. Wendolyn has a passion for helping individuals gain the skills they need to enter or reenter the workforce.
Denise Hazlett | Project Manager
Jessica Daoust
Jessica Daoust joined Rescuing Hope in April 2021 after learning more about the sex trafficking problem and how Rescuing Hope works in the fight against it. Jessica has 16 years of bookkeeping, payroll, HR, and management experience. She has worked in retail, accounting, tax preparation, business finance, and consultation in Georgia and the Carolinas. Jessica attended the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. She is active in her church and mission ministries, including domestic and international service trips and events. Jessica and her husband live in the Atlanta area and have three sons.
Haley Price | Office Manager
Haley Price joined Rescuing Hope in 2025 with a heart for service and a passion for making a difference. After several years managing fitness centers, she felt a strong pull to do something more meaningful and stepped into the nonprofit world to follow that calling.
As Office Manager, Haley uses her strengths in organization, graphic design, and social media to keep things running smoothly behind the scenes and help spread the mission of Rescuing Hope. Her creativity and attention to detail play a big role in supporting both the team and the people they serve.
Haley lives in the Metro Atlanta area and is always looking for ways to make a positive impact.
Nakita L. Williams | Executive Director
Throughout her career, Nakita has designed and led programs that have served hundreds of youth and young adults, increased school engagement, workforce readiness, and leadership development, and strengthened protective factors that reduce vulnerability to exploitation. Her work includes building and managing community partnerships, securing grant funding, and implementing sustainable, evidence-informed programming with measurable outcomes.
A committed advocate against human trafficking, Nakita leads prevention education, community awareness initiatives, and survivor-centered support efforts, helping individuals access safe resources, mental health support, and long-term stability. Her leadership prioritizes accountability, dignity, and impact-driven solutions.
Nakita holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, and is a Certified Life Coach and author. As Executive Director, she leads Rescuing Hope with compassion, strategic vision, and a results-focused commitment to restoring hope and expanding opportunity for those most at risk
Morgan Worrell | Ally Support Advocate
Morgan Worrell is passionate about supporting people through life’s most challenging moments. Her personal experiences navigating loss, change, and growth have given her a deep understanding of the power of empathy, guidance, and encouragement. She knows firsthand how life-changing it can be to have someone who listens without judgment, inspires growth, and helps you see your own strength.
In her work, Morgan creates spaces where individuals feel safe, seen, and valued. She is dedicated to helping people recognize their resilience, embrace their potential, and take meaningful steps toward healing and personal growth. Morgan believes everyone has the capacity to overcome obstacles and build a life filled with confidence, hope, and opportunity.
Beyond her professional role, Morgan is committed to fostering empowerment and connection in all areas of life. Whether mentoring, engaging in community work, or simply being present for someone in need, she approaches every interaction with authenticity, compassion, and a genuine desire to help others discover their worth and inner strength.