
The O’Connell House is a specialized residential program of The Home for Little Wanderers that provides a safe, supportive home for young women who are survivors of human trafficking, including those who are pregnant or parenting young children. Through trauma-informed care and comprehensive services, the program helps mothers and their children remain together while building stability, independence and a path toward a brighter future.
We invite you to join The Home for The O’Connell House Freedom Gala, an inspiring evening dedicated to celebrating and supporting survivors on their journeys toward healing, independence and lasting freedom.
Through an evening of meaningful stories, connection and celebration, we’ll shine a light on the strength of our survivors and the importance of providing the safety and stability they need to move forward.
SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKERS
Audra Doody
Co-Executive Director, Safe Exit Initiative
Lesli Suggs, LICSW
President and CEO, The Home for Little Wanderers
HONOREES
Healthcare Leadership
Andrea Reilly, MD
Law Enforcement Hero
Janet Lopez, Task Force Officer
Community Champion
Virginia Capala
Volunteers of the Year
Sue St. Martin, RDN, LD
SPECIAL RECOGNITION
The Fr. Terry O’Connell “Angel Award”
Angel Torres, TOH Maintenance Manager
Your support helps provide a safe place to live, individualized support and the resources women need to pursue their goals and create independent futures.
Together, we can help turn freedom into a future filled with possibility for the young women we serve.
Please note that all donations to the Freedom Gala are made to The Home for Little Wanderers, EIN 04-2104764, and designated in support of The O’Connell House.
If you are registering to attend and would rather send a check in support of the program than pay online, please make checks payable to The Home for Little Wanderers and write “O’Connell House Freedom Gala” on the memo line.
Checks can be mailed to:
The Home for Little Wanderers
ATTN: Development Department
72-74 E. Dedham Street
Boston, MA 02118
Monday, November 9, 2026
5:30 PM
Boston Newton Marriott
2345 Commonwealth Ave.,
Newton, MA 02466
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
CONTACT
Jamille Benson
events@thehome.org

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