Bridging Hope features a committed, caring, and diligent group of leaders, professionals, and volunteers who support sexual assault survivors through compassionate and established methods. Working in a six-county region of North Georgia, our team assists sexual assault survivors, ages 13 and older, as well as their loved ones, regardless of when the sexual assault occurred. The team members of Bridging Hope are ready to listen and help anyone navigate the journey toward healing and hope, whenever you are ready to seek support.
Our Team

Jen Tarnowski
Executive Director

Janie Steckenrider
Forensic Medical Program Co-Director

Erica Slaughter
Campus Advocate

Kalia Jordan
Advocacy Manager

Katherine Mitchell, MSW
Therapy Program Director and Therapist

Miriam Murphy-Gary, MS
Therapist

Madison Roberts
Programs Manager and Intern Therapist

Emily Britt
Forensic Medical Program Co-Director

Leigh Wiles
Statewide SAKI Advocate

Allison Ahrens
Education & Outreach Coordinator

Camila Colman
Bilingual Advocate

Abby Evans
Bilingual Advocate & Volunteer Coordinator

Mary Kellen Beck
Part-Time Advocate