Advocacy
Finding My Voice and My Purpose
My advocacy is a way to honor my journey while helping others navigate their own.
October 9, 2024
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My advocacy is a way to honor my journey while helping others navigate their own.
Stay informed, do your research, and don’t be afraid to ask questions.
Through my journey, I’ve realized the need for open health discussions within the Haitian community, support networks, and organizations like For the Breast of Us to empower Caribbean-American women.
“Don’t talk about it,” they whispered. It was a shroud of secrecy wrapped around a terrifying reality – breast cancer in my Caribbean community. But silence breeds fear, and fear can be deadly. That’s why I’m raising my voice, a voice that echoes with the rhythm of the islands but speaks a truth that transcends cultures.
At 31 years old, as a first-time mom-to-be, Aneika faced a life-changing challenge—triple-negative breast cancer. Her story sheds light on the unique struggles faced by women of color dealing with breast cancer, the importance of self-advocacy, and the strength found in community support.
Anika’s journey highlights the unique challenges and triumphs experienced by many women of color impacted by breast cancer. At 31 years old, as a first-time mom-to-be, Aneika faced a life-changing challenge—triple-negative breast cancer. Her story sheds light on the unique struggles faced by women of color dealing with breast cancer, the importance of self-advocacy, and the strength found in community support.
Together, we are building a future where Women of Color facing breast cancer feel empowered, supported, and understood. Join us as we continue to advocate, connect, and educate, transforming the landscape of breast cancer support for Women of Color.
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Your voice, your story, and your support can make a difference. Join For the Breast of Us in our mission to empower, support, and advocate for women of color across the globe. Together, we can create a future where every woman has the resources and support she needs to overcome breast cancer.
On the Web:
www.breastofus.com
www.breastofusfoundation.org
Email:
hello@breastofus.com
Welcome to our community—where hope thrives, strength is found, and sisters in the fight become family.
