Voices of Resilience

Thank You For Joining Us!

Voices of Resilience on Transgender Day of Remembrance was a powerful evening of community, care, and a reminder of the truth that we are stronger together. We can't thank everyone enough for showing up despite the chilly weather, and bringing so much love and joy into the National Civil Rights Museum.


We especially want to thank The Lavender Rights Project, ViiV, House of GG, Tilifi, In Our Names, SisterReach, OUTMemphis, and all of the members of our event committee who made this event possible. The support from our Memphis community was overwhelming!


If you weren't able to join us on November 20, and you'd like to support the work of My Sistah's House, please consider making a contribution to our #MSHTinyHomes campaign through any of the methods below. Construction is underway on our next Tiny Home, and we're working to acquire the land to build at least 4 more in 2025!

Our Event Partners

Our Venue

National Civil Rights Museum

At the Lorraine Motel

Noted as one of the nation's premier heritage and cultural museums, the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee, is steadfast in its mission to share the culture and lessons from the American Civil Rights Movement and explore how this significant era continues to shape equality and freedom globally.

What People Say About My Sistah's House

  • Dr. Jami Woods

    "I have been fortunate enough not to have been homeless in my journey, but I have observed My Sistah's House and [Kayla's] Tiny House Project come to fruition, primarily because of Kayla's indefatigable spirit and perseverance. While I have moved westward to Palm Springs California to continue my academic career, my home will always be in Memphis with my sisters."

    ~Dr. Jami Woods

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    “It’s easy for me to love My Sistah’s House— because their mission loves TLGBQ people.  Kayla and this organization are about getting it done and doing the work for the community. TRUE LOVE IS IN ACTION. We need a diversity of ways to turn the tide against us— My Sistah’s House’s mission is one of them I believe in.” 

    ~Charice

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"What My Sistah's House Has Planned for 2024"

Jasper Joyner | January 2024 | Focus LGBT

The trans-led, Memphis-based non-profit, founded by TLGBQ advocates Kayla Gore and Illyahnna C. Wattshall, has provided dozens of accessible homes through their low barrier homeowner program since starting in 2016. But their work is far from over. 


My Sistah’s House (MSH), which began with mainly transitional tiny homes of about 400 square feet, now also renovates single family homes for individuals and families in the Orange Mound and South Memphis area, specifically in the Historic Glenview District. Currently, MSH has two homes under construction, with plans for 7 more by the end of 2024.


Along with expanding its services for more Memphis residents, My Sistah’s House also offers mental health resources, case management, and community services through the Green Space, their community building located in South Memphis.

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