Miss Mississippi USA – Kaylee Brooke McCollum

Kaylee Brooke McCollum wants to ensure that no one else experiences the devastation of suicide. Following the personal loss of a friend to suicide, Kaylee founded #YOUmatter to advocate for mental health issues. As a registered nurse, Kaylee is the embodiment of compassion, and she has reached over 5,000 individuals through her public speaking and social media efforts as she spreads a message of hope, resilience and life. She is currently pursuing a Master of Nursing degree before opening her own Family Medicine clinic focused on the importance of both strong physical and mental health.