Committee Bios
Betsi Bixby had the concept
for Freedom Horses in her heart for months before this
program took shape. As a volunteer ladies bible study leader at her
church since 2001, she's witnessed the devastating effect of abuse,
sometimes many decades past the actual events. She has a passion for
horses as well as helping women. Betsi has been a business owner
since 1991 and a former banker prior to founding her company
Meridian Associates. She moved to her small ranch in Weatherford, TX
in 2000 and married her husband Nick in 2004. Nick's family are all
survivors so the issue hits close to home. She is praying that
Freedom Horses will stretch first across America and eventually
across the globe to bring hope and healing; courage, compassion and
confidence to survivors; and inspire prevention that eventually
impacts the source.
Mary Lou Curry Domestic Violence Program Coordinator at Freedom House. I have been at Freedom House for Almost 10 years in various capacities, but have been somewhat involved with the agency since its inception in 1995. I live with my daughter and 2 grandsons, the joys of my life. I have been in school, business, real estate, oil and gas and pharmaceuticals during my career, but Freedom House is my passion. I love working with the clients and the many programs we have developed. It has been very exciting to see the progress Freedom House has made over the years and look forward to being involved with another avenue for our clients to grow and heal as they look forward to brighter and successful
Robin Bowser knew
when she heard about Freedom Horses
that she had to be a part of something special. Being a survivor
herself and also having a love for horses, she knows what the horse
can do to build confidence and self-esteem. She has personally
trained her own horses and loves to ride the trails. Robin moved to
Weatherford, TX in 2002 after marrying her husband David. They
started a very small ranch, but enjoy the country life. Robin says,
"I pray that
this program will grow to be a tremendous tool to give freedom to
hurting victims of abuse all across the U.S."
Selma Johnson is the S.A.P.I. P.
Coordinator (Sexual Assault Prevention Intervention Program) for
Freedom House. For the last 40 years Selma served as a minister
to children, women and adults for some of the largest churches
in the U.S. She is a
public speaker for all types of women’s groups and formed
Kaleidoscope Paths ministry.
Julie
Moeller
is
a 7th generation Texan with the heart of the pioneer women she's
descended from. Julie teaches digital publishing classes at
Weatherford College and first heard about Freedom Horses from
one of her students, Tammy Sronce. She was lucky to get to know
this amazing young lady and about her work with Freedom Horses.
Julie was eager to offer her creative and technical skills to
further promote Freedom Horses and thrilled when they accepted.
Julie says, "I am proof, you don't have to know much about
horses to see how special this program is. I am pleased to do
anything that I can to help it flourish and grow. It would be
grand to see Freedom Horses sites in every state. Every victim
deserves a wonderful way to heal and rebuild courage and
strength of spirit."
Tammy Sronce, is originally from Australia and now resides in Weatherford,
Texas. She is a Multiple World and National Champion CMSA (Cowboy
Mounted Shooting Assoc.) Cowgirl and has trained and competed in
timed events nationwide. Tammy is the Marketing Director for the
American Competitive Trail Horse Association and the host of the
Western Radio Show, an online podcast part of the Horse Radio
Network, Texas Shooting Horses. Tammy says, "I am so proud to be
involved with Freedom Horses. Horses have given me strength,
courage and compassion throughout my entire life...and that's
everything Freedom Horses is about. There is nothing better
for my heart than being able to share my love of horses with others
and being able to have a positive impact on a person's life. The
horse has changed my life and I want to share that journey with
others."