At the urging of a local pastor . . .

At the urging of a local pastor who first witnessed the degradation of prostitutes during his military service a later worked with others to establish a Mary Magdalene Home in Hawaii.

Three women from local churches began investigating . . .

Three women from local churches began investigating the service agencies in Anchorage and talking to police officers to determine if there was a need for a Mary Magdalene Home in Anchorage.  The overwhelming response to their inquires persuaded them that the need was there.   In January of 1996, a small group of ecumenical women from several local churches began calling on people in the Anchorage community to meet monthly to discuss issues on helping women in prostitution.

Approximately 20 community members and professionals . . .

By July, approximately 20 community members and professionals were meeting and organizing their efforts to create a program in Anchorage to provide rehabilitative support and recovery services to women who have been involved in prostitution and are seeking a way to redirect their lives.

MMHA was incorporated . . .

By late October, MMHA was incorporated and eight board of directors were elected to the newly established board.

After 15 years MMHA continues to help . . .

After 15 years MMHA continues to help women escape sexual exploitation and prostitution.

Founded on the conviction that people can and do change, our mission to provide a network of care and support for women committed to changing their lives is needed now more than ever before.