OUR MISSION
It is the mission, duty, and purpose of the Western Washington Coalition for Life to end abortion in Washington State, through peaceful and prayerful means, by being the hands and feet of Christ to everyone entering the abortion facility.
Meet our Board of Directors
Executive Director: Tammy Carter
Tammy Carter is originally from California, but for years she and her family have called the beautiful Pacific Northwest home. As a Chaplain and an Optician for over 40 years, Tammy’s “vision” is 20/20 when it comes to supporting and protecting of sanctity of life for the unborn. Between her chaplaincy experience, her career in optical management, and her leadership role with 40 Days for Life campaigns in Tacoma, Tammy is well-versed in the “creative and insightful” thinking necessary for a successful executive director.
Contact: exec-dir@wwcfl.org
President: Mike Slavin
A long-standing member of the Knights of Columbus, Mike Slavin has been involved with the pro-life movement for a number of years, beginning with his witness and prayer in front of an abortion facility in El Cajon, CA. His time as a member of Western Washington Coalition for Life began as a representative of the Knights, before he eventually took on his current role as WWCFL president. With the state of Washington known for being “Abortion-friendly,” it’s Mike’s hope that through his dedication and involvement with WWCFL our beautiful state will become a “State for Life.”
Contact: board-pres@wwcfl.org
Vice-President: Rebecca Anderson
Rebecca Anderson grew up in Eastern Washington and was raised in a Catholic family. After college, she moved to the San Francisco Bay Area and worked in marketing, advertising, public relations and computer gaming. She and her family moved to Puget Sound in 2001 and she currently works for Sacred Heart Radio as its Community Outreach Coordinator – facilitating sponsorships, event promotions, giving parish presentations, and promoting the Catholic faith. Her experience in marketing and media make her effective in her role as vice-president of WWCFL, and as a passionate pro-life supporter, Rebecca also co-leads the 40 Days for Life Vigil in Lynnwood.
Contact: board-vp@wwcfl.org
Secretary: Laura Turner
A mid-west native, Laura Turner has made her home in the beautiful Pacific Northwest for over 30 years. A wife and mother of three, Laura enjoys reading, gardening, and spending time with her family whenever she has the opportunity. With a career in the legal profession for several years, along with her passion for the most vulnerable in our society–the unborn–Laura brings experience and dedication to her role as secretary for WWCFL.
Contact: board-secy@wwcfl.org
Treasurer: Amy Gallwas
Amy Gallwas first became involved with the pro-life movement in 2012, when she was asked to sing for a Mass at the beginning of a 40 Days for Life campaign. Her desire and interest to do more led her to offering prayer and witness on the sidewalk near the Tacoma abortion facility, and then becoming a shift leader and finally taking on a leadership role with the 40 Days for Life Tacoma campaign. She says, “I am honored to be a part of WWCFL and excited to continue the important role of Treasurer. I look forward to providing support to our pro-life communities, and spreading awareness to help build a culture of life.”
Contact: board-treas@wwcfl.org
Western Washington Coalition for Life is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization effective March 6, 2020. All donations are tax deductible.