Layla is a pretty special girl. To begin with, she is definitely one of the most photogenic people in the Old Pueblo. She also has had a powerful impact in the community and has been spreading awareness and raising support for CHD research since the age of 2. She’s a little girl with a big voice and a powerful story to tell, and she is luckily equipped with a set of parents who empower her and let her do what she does best. We are so fortunate to be able to call Layla and her family our friends and fellow advocates.
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