Coming Soon on Savannah Spotlight: Julia Wade and Tharros Place

We’re shining a light on one of Savannah’s most inspiring community advocates in our next episode of Savannah Spotlight, hosted by Renee LaSalle and co-host Michelle Horn with Horn Law.

In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Julia Wade, long-time youth advocate and the founder and executive director of Tharros Place — a residential home providing safety, care, and healing for girls ages 12 to 17 who are survivors of human trafficking right here in Georgia.

Tharros Place is one of the few facilities of its kind in the state, offering around-the-clock care, education, therapy, and life skills programs to help young survivors reclaim their futures. During the episode, Julia opens up about her journey from attorney to nonprofit leader and shares how a calling to serve others turned into a mission to restore courage and hope for some of the most vulnerable members of our community.

Together, Renee and Michelle dive into what human trafficking really looks like in our own backyard — far from movie portrayals or distant headlines. Julia offers eye-opening insights about the realities facing young girls in Chatham County and across Georgia, and how Tharros Place is creating pathways for healing, empowerment, and a second chance at life.

Whether you’re a parent, educator, business owner, or simply someone who cares about the wellbeing of Savannah’s youth, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.

🎥 Stay tuned for the full episode of Savannah Spotlight, filmed at the stunning Miro Luxury Apartments and proudly sponsored by The Horne Law Firm to hear how Julia and her team are changing lives one act of courage at a time.

Get to know Julia Wade’s incredible organization before the episode airs. Visit tharrosplace.com to learn more about Tharros Place and its mission.