As the Senior Officer and Founder of Stand Against Fear and Exploitation, I am deeply committed to this cause, which is rooted in my personal experiences and shaped by my lifelong desire to protect the vulnerable. I hold an associate degree in Criminal Justice and am currently halfway through my bachelor's program. I am honored to have graduated with honors, been listed on the Dean's List, and inducted into the National Honor Society—recognitions that underscore my dedication to learning and leadership.
Stand Against Fear and Exploitation means everything to me because of the traumas I endured growing up in a religious institution I never consented to. As a mother of a blended family, I have witnessed firsthand the immense damage that can be caused by overbearing religious institutions. Today, I see similar abuses and illegal activities occurring within other religious groups, which has only strengthened my resolve to act.
This foundation is my stand for the children who are being harmed, for those who suffer in silence, and for the brave advocates speaking out against exploitation. We exist to hold these institutions accountable, and to create a safer future for all.
Cheneil HillOfficer | Associate Degree Criminal Justice Debbie is a dedicated advocate who has stood firmly against fear and exploitation throughout her life and career. Born and raised in the Mormon faith (LDS), she left the religion in 1990 to pursue her own path. She went on to study at Utah State University and Weber State University, earning a major in Psychology with a minor in Sociology. Since 1994, Debbie has worked in the field of disabilities education and community access, dedicating herself to ensuring that individuals with disabilities have the opportunities and support they need for inclusion in society.
For eight years, she served as the Director of Services for Phoenix Services, where she honed her leadership skills in the non-profit sector. In 2004, she established her own non-profit organization, continuing her work providing critical services to disabled individuals. Debbie’s lifelong commitment to justice and inclusion has made her a powerful voice for those facing challenges, and she continues to be a champion for equality and access in her community.
Debbie SticklerCo officer | Treasure Raised in a strict evangelical Baptist church and family in lower Michigan, I moved to Los Angeles after college. It was there that I first began questioning the many Scientology buildings scattered throughout the Hollywood area.
As I learned more about the organization’s history and their questionable tactics, I found striking similarities between their operations and those of other groups often labeled as “cult-like.”
This realization opened my eyes to the need for action against the human rights violations taking place within these institutions. Since 2023, I have actively protested at local Scientology buildings and am proud to stand with SAFE as we work to protect and support those impacted by these organizations.
Jennifer NajorBoard | Media Relations