In this Breast Cancer Awareness Month episode of, Thrivin’ in Color, host Camry Brown welcomes Reona Berry, co-founder and CEO of the African American Breast Cancer Alliance (AABCA). What began as a personal search for support led Reona to unite with eight other Black women to form AABCA, a Minnesota-based organization dedicated to providing culturally specific information, resources and peer support for Black women, men and families affected by breast cancer. The alliance also creates a space where Black women can connect, share and support each other through their journey of survival.

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Thrivin' in Color spotlights Marissa Thomas, co-founder and CEO of For the Breast of Us, the first inclusive breast cancer community for women of color. Marissa transformed her personal battle into a platform for hope, advocacy, and empowerment. In this episode, she shares what thriving beyond diagnosis looks like, how women navigate life after cancer, and why creating spaces that honor the unique experiences of women of color is so essential.

In honor of Sickle Cell Awareness Month, Thrivin in Color welcomes Kemba Gosier, president of the Advancing Sickle Cell Advocacy Project, Inc. (ASAP), a South Florida-based organization dedicated to improving the lives of those impacted by sickle cell disease. What began as a young mother's fight for her daughter's health has grown into a powerful movement to uplift families, spread awareness and strengthen access to quality care. In this conversation, Kemba shares her story of resilience, community empowerment, and the transformative power of turning pain into purpose.