About Jasmine Grace
As a survivor of sex trafficking and drug addiction, Jasmine is an effective keynote speaker, panel participant and facilitator for trainings, workshops and groups. She has spoken on panels at the U.S Commission on Civil Rights in New Hampshire and at two side panels for members of the United Nations in New York. She has also been featured on The 700 Club and many other online news sources. In addition, Jasmine consults with healthcare professionals, law enforcement personnel, educators and nonprofit organizations. She advises on issues such as safe homes, program growth, curriculum development, survivor support and peer mentorship. Jasmine is also the Founder and Director of Jasmine Grace Outreach. JGO empowers women as they exit and recover from the commerical sex trade and addiction. Lastly, she is the author of “The Diary of Jasmine Grace. Trafficked. Recovered. Redeemed”.
Silent survivors, justice seekers, and direct service providers are talking about Jasmine’s story of survival, faith, and victory. People who were previously uneducated about human trafficking have chosen to support her efforts as a modern-day abolitionist because sex should never be called work.
Anita Cunha has been in recovery from drug addiction and sexual brokenness for over 10 years. She is passionate about helping women who are currently struggling with similar issues. In her professional career, she leads the Massachusetts Chapter of JGO and serves as an Outreach Worker. Anita facilitates the recovery groups and empowers women as they exit the commercial sex trade by assisting them in their recovery journey. She is a Certified Drug Addiction Recovery Coach and works part-time at Bridgewell in Lynn, MA, and full-time at Your Options Medical as Patient Advocate and Director of Post Abortion Recovery. Anita finds great joy walking alongside hurting people, helping them find their way in recovery, hope, and healing. She also dedicates her time to lead Alpha at the same prison she previously worked and coleads a weekly bible discussion at Ruth’s Way for Women in Lynn.
Cindi Anne Perla joined Jasmine Grace Outreach in November 2021 as community liaison, outreach worker, Bags of Hope coordinator, group facilitator, advocate and mentor serving in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. A graduate of Becker College, Cindi has served the community as a registered nurse for 25 years. In 2018, following the loss of her daughter to a tragic act of domestic violence, Cindi’s career shifted and she became an outspoken advocate, educator, public speaker, and community leader for those impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, mental health, addiction, and homelessness. As a survivor of complex trauma and a woman in long-term recovery, Cindi’s greatest passion is to walk alongside the weary, sharing God’s supernatural love and wondrous healing. She currently resides in New Hampshire with her husband and has two dogs and four adult children. Cindi recently graduated from the New Hampshire Leadership Series at the University of New Hampshire Institute on Disability; she enjoys gardening, photography, and traveling in her spare time.
Cindi Anne Perla joined Jasmine Grace Outreach in November 2021 as community liaison, outreach worker, Bags of Hope coordinator, group facilitator, advocate and mentor serving in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. A graduate of Becker College, Cindi has served the community as a registered nurse for 25 years. In 2018, following the loss of her daughter to a tragic act of domestic violence, Cindi’s career shifted and she became an outspoken advocate, educator, public speaker, and community leader for those impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, mental health, addiction, and homelessness. As a survivor of complex trauma and a woman in long-term recovery, Cindi’s greatest passion is to walk alongside the weary, sharing God’s supernatural love and wondrous healing. She currently resides in New Hampshire with her husband and has two dogs and four adult children. Cindi recently graduated from the New Hampshire Leadership Series at the University of New Hampshire Institute on Disability; she enjoys gardening, photography, and traveling in her spare time.
Chelsey is a survivor of domestic sex trafficking and in long-term recovery from opioid addiction. She fled her trafficker in March of 2011 and went from victim to survivor when she found Jesus at the Salvation Army drug rehabilitation center in 2016. Chelsey knows what it is like to leave the guilt and shame behind and is passionate about helping other women do the same. She is using her story of victory to give others hope and bring awareness about this current epidemic in our communities. Chelsey is a Survivor Speaker and Mentor for JGO. She also works as the Rapid Re-Housing Coordinator for an organization that works with survivors of commercial sexual exploitation and trafficking, she also works at a homeless shelter for men and women who are struggling with addiction, mental illness, and homelessness. Chelsey has her certificate in substance abuse counseling and is currently studying for her Bachelor’s in social work. Lastly and most importantly, she loves spending time at home with her little boy.
Nikki is in long-term recovery from substance abuse and is a survivor of sex trafficking. She has been out of “the game” for 5 years. Her journey started at a recovery program in Massachusetts where she slowly learned how to live again. She works as a recovery coach for Eliot Community Mental Health and as a Survivor Leader for Jasmine Grace Outreach. Supporting people that are struggling with addiction and trauma is what she loves to do by showing them that healing and recovery is possible. Nikki is currently enrolled in Southern New Hampshire University, majoring in psychology. It has been a long road and took hard work to get to where she is today but she’s proud to say that she’s in a safe, stable home and has her youngest daughter in her life.
Nikki is in long term recovery from substance abuse and a survivor of sex trafficking. She has been out of “the game” for 5 years. Her journey started at a recovery program in Massachusetts where she slowly learned how to live again. She works as a recovery coach for Eliot Community Mental Health and as a Survivor Leader for Jasmine Grace Outreach. Supporting people that are struggling with addiction and trauma is what she loves to do by showing them that healing and recovery is possible. Nikki is currently enrolled in Southern New Hampshire University, majoring in psychology. It has been a long road and took hard work to get to where she is today but she’s proud to say that she’s in a safe, stable home and has her youngest daughter in her life.
Jennifer Abbott found freedom from the commercial sex trade and active addiction in October 2016. As a part of her journey, Jennifer received a Bag of Hope and subsequently participated in “Seeking Safety,” a recovery support group led by Jasmine. The profound release of shame and guilt empowered Jennifer, allowing her to become an influential survivor leader and motivational speaker for Jasmine Grace Outreach.
Jennifer is certified in Business and Marketing Management Technology, holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Salem State University, and is a recent graduate of Elevate Academy, the largest personal and professional development platform for survivors of human trafficking across the globe.
Jennifer is employed part-time with Jasmine Grace Outreach. In addition to presenting at speaking events, Jennifer serves on the Jasmine Grace Outreach team as an administrator, marketing specialist, social media ambassador, and peer mentor.
As an added way to share her redemptive story of hope and healing, Jennifer actively works in a 12-step fellowship. As a member of that fellowship, she has actively performed various service positions within the fellowship and supports other women through sponsorship.
Jennifer has many natural talents but especially enjoys expressing her gift of artistic creativity. In January 2021, Jennifer established Jeneral Arts LLC, where she developed a diverse portfolio and, more recently focusing on prophetic art with acrylic medium on canvas and through murals. Jennifer lives in the North Shore area of Massachusetts with her father and beloved black lab “Smellard.” A truly gifted apostle of the Lord Jesus Christ, Jennifer is a natural leader and an amazing asset to our team.
Jennifer Abbott found freedom from the commercial sex trade and active addiction in October 2016. As a part of her journey, Jennifer received a Bag of Hope and subsequently participated in “Seeking Safety,” a recovery support group led by Jasmine. The profound release of shame and guilt empowered Jennifer, allowing her to become an influential survivor leader and motivational speaker for Jasmine Grace Outreach.
Jennifer is certified in Business and Marketing Management Technology, holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Salem State University, and is a recent graduate of Elevate Academy, the largest personal and professional development platform for survivors of human trafficking across the globe.
Jennifer is employed part-time with Jasmine Grace Outreach. In addition to presenting at speaking events, Jennifer serves on the Jasmine Grace Outreach team as an administrator, marketing specialist, social media ambassador, and peer mentor.
As an added way to share her redemptive story of hope and healing, Jennifer actively works in a 12-step fellowship. As a member of that fellowship, she has actively performed various service positions within the fellowship and supports other women through sponsorship.
Jennifer has many natural talents but especially enjoys expressing her gift of artistic creativity. In January 2021, Jennifer established Jeneral Arts LLC, where she developed a diverse portfolio and, more recently focusing on prophetic art with acrylic medium on canvas and through murals. Jennifer lives in the North Shore area of Massachusetts with her father and beloved black lab “Smellard.” A truly gifted apostle of the Lord Jesus Christ, Jennifer is a natural leader and an amazing asset to our team.
Nicole is a Primary Therapist for a local Recovery Program. She received a dual Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Massachusetts and is also a Certified Addictions Recovery Coach. Raised in Methuen, MA, Nicole has been clean and sober for 4 years and is well versed in recovery and the struggles that many people with substance use disorders face. Since coming into recovery, she has been managing a sober home in Lynn, MA, and serves on the JGO Team in many different capacities, which includes speaking at events by sharing her experience, strength, and hope. She empowers women struggling with substance abuse disorder, to know that they are not forgotten and that they are loved. Lastly, Nicole is a mother to two children, 13 and 4.
Nicole is a Primary Therapist for a local Recovery Program. She received a dual Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Massachusetts and is also a Certified Addictions Recovery Coach. Raised in Methuen, MA, Nicole has been clean and sober for 4 years and is well versed in recovery and the struggles that many people with substance use disorders face. Since coming into recovery, she has been managing a sober home in Lynn, MA, and serves on the JGO Team in many different capacities, which includes speaking at events by sharing her experience, strength, and hope. She empowers women struggling with substance abuse disorder, to know that they are not forgotten and that they are loved. Lastly, Nicole is a mother to two children, 13 and 4.
