Executive Director
Kris Pedretti was 15 years old when she was attacked in her home by the Golden State Killer. Immediately, her father instructed her never to speak again of what had occurred. This led to 42 years of living in silence, shame, and isolation. Following the trauma of her perpetrator’s arrest in 2018, Kris finally received the support and therapy she needed to process what had happened and understand that her rape was something done to her, not something caused by her.
Kris is now an outspoken advocate for victims of sexual assault on social media, in televised interviews, documentaries, podcasts, and national conferences. She also actively engages with law enforcement about the benefits of trauma-informed interviewing and facilitates online and in-person support groups to provide a safe space for healing.
Secretary
Gay Hardwick is a retired elementary school teacher, mother, wife, grandmother, and survivor of the Golden State Killer.
She was 24 years old when she and her husband became victims of the Golden State Killer’s 31st attack. Gay has been an outspoken advocate for victims of sexual assault on social media, in televised interviews, documentaries, and podcasts. She is dedicated to alleviating the silence, shame, and isolation victims experience following sexual assault. Gay believes that healing is possible with care, resources, and support.
Steve Pedretti was born in Sacramento and spent 15 years in Carmichael before his family moved to Texas and Colorado. A graduate of Colorado State University in Civil Engineering, Steve is a registered civil engineer in California. During his career, he oversaw various public works, planning, infrastructure financing, and administrative programs.
Steve has actively embraced supporting sexual assault victims through co-hosting group gatherings, fundraising, and installing soft interview rooms for victims of crime.
Steve serves as Treasurer of Phyllis’s Garden and is a founding member of the Board of Directors.