How Families Left Behind was founded Leatrice Haynes- Founder
At some point, After losing my 18-year-old son, LaDarius M. Cowart, to Murder on June 6, 2021. My perception of life changed. I was depleted; I had no idea how I would live without my son. This wasn’t anything my brain or my soul could quite comprehend. Faith and action were required. Something of the supernatural carried me. I Had no tools in my toolbox to apply to such a tragedy.
I asked God to teach me how to live without my child, and he did just as I prayed.
My soul ached knowing Gun Violence impacted other families. I wanted to let other families KNOW that I UNDERSTOOD what they were going through. Families Left Behind NFP began to develop, (2022) and I started offering support by providing a safe place to express their pain and validate their feelings. I began educating myself about the resources that were available within the community. I started to support legislation for co-survivors. I campaign nationally to break down barriers to the right of access to victims' compensation. I inform and encourage survivors to utilize the resources that are available to them. Most importantly. I stand for the victims who are impacted by the cycle of violence that plagues our society.
For more information on this organization call Leatrice (224) 627-9496
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