Meet Dorris Walker Taylor

Fall in love with her kind spirit, optimistic outlook, contagious smile, and beautiful voice.

Dorris’ book, Hope is Always Real, is now available.

About the Book

Dorris has overcome 26 years of addiction, trauma, and prostitution.

A 2012 graduate of the Thistle Farms residential program, Dorris is a survivor - and proudly shares her story!

"I was given a chance to heal, and I have managed to put my life back together again with the blessings of the Lord, and the dedicated love of Thistle Farms.

I am committed to paving the way forward and speaking out for women around the world who have yet to find their way home."

- Dorris

Currently serving as Thistle Farms Senior Ambassador of Community Relations

Dorris has been interviewed multiple times, including with Rev. Becca Stevens for the 2017 CNN Hero Awards. She’s been featured on The Today Show, the 700 Club, and the radio show, “Step Into the Light” as well as “Truckers Against Trafficking”.

An Accomplished Speaker and Advocate

Dorris travels across the country speaking to audiences about God’s gift of hope and using her gift of song. In front of every audience—virtual or in-person, big or small.