We have lived this story.

We are survivors and won't be silent.

Meet Nikki

I am Nikki Jones, the President of The Voices Foundation.

I like to think of myself as a dedicated registered nurse in the community. I am very proud to have been awarded Nurse of the Year in 2024 for my organization. When I am not working, I am raising my two children and focused on helping the victims of illegal alien crimes.

I have been honored to speak throughout the region with some of our highest elected officials, including Governor Ron DeSantis, to advocate for change and prevention efforts for these types of crimes. My hope is that these efforts will end these preventable crimes.

I founded The Voices Foundation because my 20 yr (ret.) veteran husband, Shane Jones, was killed by an illegal alien drinking/driving on his way home in November 2019. The illegal alien was the example of how the revolving door policies are failing our American/legal families.

When my tragedy occurred, Shane and I had just bought our forever home, a 6 month old, and a 2 year old. There were no resources to help me retain what my husband and I worked so hard for. I decided enough is enough and its time to rebuild and stabilize the victims and immediate households so the children do not have to suffer the long term consequences of these crimes.

Meet Alyssa

I am Alyssa Copeland, the Vice President of The Voices Foundation.

I am a seasoned registered nurse with over 10 years of clinical experience in direct patient care and a survivor of an illegal immigrant crime. I am a voice and support for victims and families of illegal immigrant crimes, fighting for the protection of my community.

I have been a registered nurse for over 10 years, starting with an internship in a trauma ER in Las Vegas, moving to bedside nursing at St Joseph’s Hospital in Tampa, Florida in 2015. I then transferred to preoperative nursing, and endoscopy nursing where I have been for the last 7-years of my career. I currently work at South Florida Baptist Hospital in my little community, Plant City.

I have dedicated my life to specializing in my field and being an advocate for my patients and their families. I have been married for 16 years to MSgt. Taj Copeland, who has been serving in the USAF for the last 15 years and we live with our 5 fur babies, two border collies, our dachshund and two cats, in Plant City, Florida.

Aside from goals of advancing my education and career, I aspire to be a voice of change in my community through this foundation.

Meet Vanessa

I am Vanessa Vasquez Anderson, Executive Director of The Voices Foundation.

Vanessa Vasquez Anderson is a passionate advocate, community leader, and seasoned professional dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of families and individuals in need. Vanessa brings over a decade of experience in civil litigation as a trial paralegal, where she specialized in supporting victims of traumatic injuries and loss. Her work has given her a profound understanding of the challenges families face during life-altering events and the importance of compassionate advocacy.

Vanessa's leadership extends beyond her professional career. She was the founder and president of the New Tampa Republican Club, co-chair of Turning Point Action’s Latinos Coalition, and the Hispanic representative on the Diversity Advisory Council for the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners. Through these roles, Vanessa has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to strengthening her community and championing policies that protect and rebuild American families.

A proud Hispanic American and devout Christian, Vanessa’s values are deeply rooted in faith, family, and service. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of South Florida and has lived in Florida for over 20 years after moving from New York City following the events of 9/11.

Outside of her professional and advocacy work, Vanessa cherishes time with her husband of 15 years and their two-year-old son, whom she homeschools. She enjoys the Florida outdoors, fishing, camping, and relaxing with true crime documentaries and a latte made with her cherished espresso machine. Vanessa’s dedication to her family, faith, and community continues to inspire her work in transforming lives through The Voices Foundation.