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Jennie Santiago
Directora Senior de LatinaSHARE Apoyo a Pacientes y Educación
"I came to SHARE after receiving my breast cancer diagnosis as a support group member and didn’t know what to expect. Once I was there, I noticed many of the women were from different countries, didn’t speak English, had no health insurance, and were unable to communicate with their doctors. After one or two meetings, I realized I needed to help these women. I started volunteering with outreach work then began working part-time until I got the opportunity to be a Survivor Patient Navigator. I loved the work and it is still one of my favorite parts of my job. I am so happy and proud to have grown from a support group member to where I am today and have my story as a Survivor, Patient Advocate, Support Group Facilitator,
and Survivor Patient Navigator as an influence for all the LatinaSHARE program participants and LatinaSHARE Ambassadors who have also emerged as leaders from their support groups."
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Olympia Cepeda
Director of LatinaSHARE and Senior Outreach, Directora de LatinaSHARE y Alcance a Mayores
Olympia Cepeda is a two-time, triple negative breast cancer survivor, diagnosed at 39 years old. Olympia worked with SHARE on and off for many years, first as the program associate for the LatinaSHARE program and as a patient navigator for St. Luke’s Breast Clinic for seven years. Currently she is the LatinaSHARE Manager/Outreach Coordinator. Her present responsibilities include facilitating three Spanish speaking support groups (2 in NY, 1 in NJ); she is also a Helpline facilitator and outreach coordinator in the Latino community and senior centers throughout NYC. In 2016, she participated in an initiative as a patient navigator with the NYU Bea W. Welters program.
For three years Olympia was a Research Coordinator/Caregivers Interventionist for the Latina Breast Cancer Survivors and Their Caregivers Study sponsored by Georgetown University and funded by PCORI. SHARE was one of four sites in the country, involved in the study.
Olympia is a graduate of the Rutgers University School of Public Health where she earned her MPH degree in 2010.
Lucero C. Andújar
Gerente del Programa LatinaSHARE Impact en Diversidad y Alcance Público
Lucero C. Andújar is a passionate program and operations specialist specializing in the nonprofit and public sector. Previously, Lucero dedicated her efforts to disaster relief and response initiatives, working with various international and grassroots organizations. She graduated with honors from both Syracuse University, with a Bachelor's in Human Development and Family Science, and from the University of Pittsburgh, with a Master's in Public Administration.
Shanon Zorrilla
Gestora del Programa de Cáncer Ginecológico LatinaSHARE
"I have always had a passion for building both personal and professional relationships with those I meet in life. Mental health and well-being are topics I prioritize in life and SHARE's variety of programs have always intrigued me. The dedication, support, and comfort each program offered caught my attention and kept me coming back! I admired how comfortable anyone can feel in attending the support groups and the therapeutic resource it was for those who attended."
"I have a degree in Psychology and I am currently pursuing my master's in Developmental Psychology. I hope to continue to help others by providing support, guidance, listening to their stories, and building strong connections to gain knowledge from those I come into contact with! I admire SHARE for its multitude of support programs and how welcomed I always felt in every program I participated in. I take pride in being a member of SHARE, and look forward to growing and learning from this wonderful team!"
Maylen Rodriguez
Gerente de Comunicaciones de LatinaSHARE
"I believe that it is important to love what you do and know who you are doing it for. That is why when I learned about SHARE and their mission I knew that this was where I wanted to be. I have previous experience in the nonprofit industry specifically focused in the latino community. It is an honor to be a part of such a positive and impactful group of people that work together to help women every single day. I am delighted to bring my skills and experience to such a wonderful organization such as SHARE."
Robin Abrol
Assistente de Alcance
"I have always wanted a fulfilling career where I could help people. Before SHARE, I had interned at hospitals and cancer research centers. I learned about SHARE through an internship and I loved working here, surrounded by compassionate and friendly people. I am honored and grateful that I have been given the opportunity to come back to SHARE and continue to help make a difference."
Bremda Acosta
Program Associate for LatinaSHARE
I came to SHARE because I'm passionate about contributing to the equity aspect of public health. At LatinaSHARE, we serve Latina breast and ovarian cancer survivors by providing information and resources they may otherwise not have access to. I'm excited to contribute to all the ways in which we are making resources accessible to Latinas in New York City.
Karen Adams
Gerente de Apoyo al Cáncer de Mama
"I have always been a person who helps others. Giving back to the community began in my younger years. At 24, I collaborated with a local career resource agency teaching interviewing etiquette, writing and editing resumes for women in transitional housing. Currently, I collaborate with other small businesses and vendors to make cancer care kits for those who are recently diagnosed and going through treatment. I am a two time cancer survivor, five years breast and two years colon. My passion to inform all who will listen about breast and colon health has heightened since my diagnosis. Joining SHARE has been a great experience, and with the knowledge I am and will continue to obtain will afford me the opportunity to achieve more than I could ever imagine. My goal is to learn, educate, edify and encourage women and men to become their own advocate and always remember to self-care. I believe knowledge is power, but we have to apply it for it to be impactful. With my background and commitment to SHARE, I will fulfill my purpose to make an impact in our community."
Patricia Alcivar
LatinaSHARE Communications Manager
"As a NYS Licensed EMT since 2011 and a Spanish Interpreter/Translator my purpose has always been to be helpful to the most needed. As the Program Coordinator for LatinaShare, I will continue on my journey and purpose of helping a special community."
Maggie Nicholas Alexander
Directora de Apoyo y Educación a Pacientes de Cáncer Ginecológico
"I have always wanted to have a career with a purpose. Before SHARE, I spent the last several years planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs for women affected by breast cancer. Because of that, I have long known about SHARE and the great work the organization does. I am excited to join the SHARE team and use my background and experience to develop impactful programs for the community SHARE serves."
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Danielle Andrews
Program Manager
"I have always been a strong proponent of women's rights and understood the necessity of support services. I have seen firsthand how healthcare barriers can restrict access to these essential services. My overall goal is to represent the underrepresented and ensure that vulnerable populations receive the necessary healthcare. Through SHARE I have the ability to help combat these barriers for all women regardless of their circumstances. Being able to make a direct impact on health inequalities through compassion, support and health education, are some of the most defining steps in my career."
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Christine Benjamin
Vicepresidenta de Apoyo al Paciente y Educación
"I first worked with SHARE as a consultant in cultural competency and the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. I was impressed by the many programs, services and support offered by SHARE's dedicated and passionate women. When I was asked to apply for my current position, I felt honored to be considered. Now I feel honored to be a part of such a dynamic organization. My areas of particular interest include programming, training, and support services for women with metastatic disease, BRCA-gene-related cancer and triple-negative breast cancer. As a clinical social worker who has been treated for breast cancer, I hope to build a program that meets the unique needs of women with advanced disease."
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Dominique Bethea
Outreach Manager
"I came to SHARE after searching for work with a Purpose. After working in HR in downtown Manhattan and then Social Work in the Bronx, SHARE allows me to utilize my past experiences to help women in my community. Having family members who have battled with cancer makes SHARE's cause not only work but personal. My father passed away after losing a 10 year long fight with chronic illness. Seeing the disparities in healthcare, one of my main goals is to help erase the challenges women in under-served communities face accessing quality medical care."
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Marissa Napoli Bianco
LatinaSHARE Program Associate
"It's been one of my dreams to create content in Spanish and to use my Spanish language skills in a significant way to empower the Latina community. I'm especially excited by my work translating medical articles into Spanish, which gives this community access to information it wouldn't have otherwise. My mother has also been in remission from breast cancer for just over 13 years, and she's now volunteering with LatinaSHARE!"
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Aiko Brody
Directora de JapaneseSHARE
"In July of 2013, I called the SHARE Helpline to ask for the conference room to have breast cancer patients meeting for Japanese women.
I learned about breast cancer and how to help others through SHARE's educational programs. It's has been an eye-opening experience and showed me there are more things I can do to help the Japanese community. Now, we help Japanese women throughout the US."
Victoria Burke
Asistente de programas
"Eradicating womens health disparities and making resources accessible for all is something I’ve always been passionate about. I joined SHARE because I felt strongly about its mission to connect women affected by breast cancer to trusted information and a community of support. I am proud to work with an amazing team dedicated to providing programming and resources that will help women in their unique journey. My educational background includes a BA in Comparative Womens’ Studies from Spelman College. I look forward to providing support to the SHARE community."
Megan-Claire Chase
Directora del Programa de Cáncer de Mama
Megan-Claire Chase is an accomplished media and marketing professional who is also a 5-year stage IIA invasive lobular breast cancer survivor in Atlanta, GA. She became heavily involved in patient advocacy and research post-treatment. Megan-Claire, also known as Warrior Megsie, is a powerful communicator, public speaker, researcher, published writer, and blogger of Life on the Cancer Train. She is a passionate advocate who is effective in shedding light on the struggles and trials for those patients and survivors, especially those diagnosed under 40 years old. In her spare time, she is a consumer reviewer for the Department of Defense Breast Cancer Research Program, a contributing writer for WebMD, and a voice over actor. Megan-Claire and her work have been featured in national press including The New York Times and People Magazine, as well as through numerous patient advocacy organizations.
Lynne Connelly
Development Associate
I have known about SHARE’s exceptional reputation for many years, and came to SHARE after answering an ad for an employment opportunity. With over 15 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, and having a personal sincere interest in the mission, I am bringing to SHARE a genuine motivation to help raise funds for their free services, along with my compassion and admiration for women with cancer and survivors.
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Leah Cooper
Vicepresidente de Desarrollo
"I first came to SHARE after nearly two decades in development at performing arts organizations. SHARE has given me the opportunity to use my skills and experience in a critical area of women's health. It is a privilege to work alongside a committed and caring group of volunteers, staff, and board members who are dedicated to providing the best support and information to all women."
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Diane D'Angelo
Helpline Assistant
"I was diagnosed with breast cancer in January 2012. It was then that I discovered SHARE's Breast Cancer Helpline. My mentor called me every week and helped me get through every doctor's visit, chemotherapy and radiation. She inspired me to get through each day and gave me hope. SHARE was there when I needed them and I wanted to become the lady on the receiving end of the phone. I wanted to help others, listen and give compassion to women who are facing breast cancer.
I became a breast cancer helpline volunteer in November 2013 and in March 2014 I joined the staff. I continue to work on the helpline and have become the Breast Cancer Helpline Scheduler. I am proud to be part of SHARE."
Athena Efter
Asociado de Desarrollo
Athena brings with her several years of development experience, having worked with not-for-profit arts and education organizations. It has always been her long-term goal to apply this experience to charitable causes, especially those that seek to provide support to under-resourced groups and individuals. “Cancer is a disease that has affected family members and close friends of mine, and while there are different forms of cancer that can affect many people, cancer is cancer. No one should have to endure the fight alone and without any support. I am very happy to be part of a dynamic team of women that help women with breast and ovarian cancers navigate through their diagnosis and fears, and be better informed, so that they can be stronger mentally and emotionally for themselves and their families, as they fight this disease.”
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Carol Evans
CEO y Directora Ejecutiva
"I've spent my professional life advocating for women and women's issues, including breast cancer. But it is SHARE's direct, ongoing relationships with women facing one of the most difficult moments of their lives that made me so passionate about its work. I am inspired by the courageous compassion of SHARE's volunteers, who have all faced cancer themselves and continue to give back. And I am honored to be able to lead an organization committed to supporting medically underserved communities."
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Donna Faranda
Helpline Coordinator
"I first came to know SHARE when I was diagnosed with breast cancer back in July 2001. At the suggestion of a friend, I came to a support group at SHARE. I was able to find support, compassion and comraderie based on mutual experiences there with the other women in the group. Impressed with how eager and committed everyone was to help others, I decided to volunteer, answering calls on the helpline. I was able to give back to others what I had received here. It was fulfilling and gratifying, and in 2009, I came on staff. Here I am today at SHARE, still involved with the wonderful, rewarding work of supporting others as the Helpline Coordinator."
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Alisha Gangadharan
Consultora de Datos
"In my work and learning, I have always been passionate about engaging with local communities and the individual lives within those communities. I am excited to work with the SHARE team to help support women from all backgrounds and experiences, and continue to expand the reach of this compassionate community."
Jill Golden
Vicepresidenta de Comunicación
"I am thrilled to have the opportunity to use my background in communications to support SHARE’s important work. I am proud of the sense of community and caring our team creates with the women we serve, and the trustworthy, accurate information we provide. I am grateful for the sense of purpose I find in facilitating communications between a strong network of women helping each other and themselves."
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Miranda Gonzales
Asistente de programación - Our MBC Life Podcast
At age 39, Miranda found a lump in her breast and was told it was nothing, which lead to a new lump 6 months later and a diagnosis of Stage 3 hormone positive IDC. What followed was a year that included chemotherapy, a double mastectomy with immediate DIEP flap reconstruction, and radiation. Being a
young Hispanic woman, she often felt out of place among the mostly older non-Hispanic patients. Most support groups she encountered were populated with women who were mostly affluent, had retired or had adult children. A year after finishing active treatment, she began to volunteer at Houston Methodist Hospital on the infusion floor as a CanCare.org volunteer, visiting with patients while they go through chemotherapy infusions. She also began to lead the HMH local support group, in conjunction with Reconstruction of a Survivor. She is a volunteer turned employee with WigOut.org, which offers free wig kits to uninsured and underinsured women, out of Smith Clinic and LBJ Hospital, part of Harris Health Systems in Harris County. These three activities allowed her to meet women at the beginning of their diagnosis, helping her to seek out young Hispanic women that needed the support she did not have. She was chosen in 2020 to be a YSC RISE Advocate, as well as an Ambassador with For the Breast of Us, an online community dedicated to supporting women of color diagnosed with breast cancer. She now sits on their Community Partnership Board. Lastly, she’s recently accepted a position with SHARE Cancer Support, working with the “Our MBC Life” podcast, which is dedicated to amplifying the voices and sharing the realities of those living with metastatic breast cancer.
Miranda resides in Houston, Texas with her husband of 20 years and their five children.
Joann Guerilus
Communications Assistant
"As a strong supporter of women's health, I was drawn to SHARE by the opportunity to work for an organization that is helping to make a difference in so many lives. I'm very passionate about telling people's stories and want to use my skills in film, media, and communication as a way to not only promote SHARE'S platform, but also the many women who help shape it."
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Deb Hackenberry
Gerente de Proyectos de Programas
"In a doctor's office I saw SHARE's Program Guide. The breadth and depth of support and information SHARE provides for women in their hour of need really impressed me. I wasn't sure where I was going to do the greatest good but I just knew that I wanted to part of SHARE. Four years later I continue to co-facilitate a DCIS support group and am a peer on the Breast Cancer Helpline."
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Andrea Herzberg
Coordinadora de la Línea de Ayuda para el Cáncer de Ovario de SHARE
"The women of SHARE were there for me 17 years ago when I was diagnosed with late-stage ovarian cancer. I am lucky to have done well, partly because of prolonged treatment and partly because a friend and fellow survivor at my doctor's office led me to SHARE. The personal experiences, wisdom and humor of our community go a long way toward easing the upheaval created by life-threatening illness. It is a gift to now work with volunteers who supply information and encouragement to others affected by the disease that impacted my life so strongly."
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Jessica Kaufman
Gerente de Datos
"I came to SHARE bringing different experiences from various non-profits. After learning about SHARE’s powerful mission I knew that this would allow me to help women and survivors. Giving back to the community is something I have always enjoyed, and providing help for women with cancer is an extremely powerful mission I am happy to be part of."
Konner Kienzle
Productor Asociado
“I first learned of SHARE when I began interning with the 'Our MBC Life Podcast’, one of the educational programs on their network. It blew me away to learn that most of the podcast team is comprised of women living with metastatic breast cancer. They are so committed to their mission and getting to work among such inspiring people has been a privilege. I will now be joining SHARE as their Program Assistant in Production, continuing my work with the 'Our MBC Life Podcast' and assisting with future programming in the SHARE Network. It’s rare to find a job you love that can also change lives for the better, so I consider myself lucky to be a part of SHARE.”
Marina Mazina
Program Manager
"After working at SHARE for 18 years I was diagnosed with breast cancer myself. SHARE became the best place I could be for my situation. I had the best of everything - the best advice in every little step starting from the surgery and going through chemo, radiation and recovery, and I had the best support I could ever have. I was in exactly the right place at the right time."
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Aisha McClellan
Coordinadora del Programa de Cáncer de Cuello de Útero
"I am very grateful to be a part of SHARE, and use my experience as a metastatic cervical cancer survivor to help empower and support everyone in this community. Working for an organization like SHARE has been my dream ever since I was diagnosed and realized the great need for support of this magnitude. I look forward to empowering others, educating, advocating and raising awareness for cervical cancer."
Nefa-Tari Moore
Coordinadora del Programa de Alcance y Útero
"In 2018 I was introduced to SHARE and attended the ovarian cancer support group. I walked away from that meeting feeling full of hope. A few months later, I trained and joined as an Ambassador to do outreach in my community. Currently, I work with SHARE as an Ambassador and Uterine cancer Associate. My background in healthcare and community activism allows me to utilize my skills to support women battling cancer. I am a 3 time cancer survivor, so I am extremely passionate in helping to support the women who have experience with this disease; it's very important to me."
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Gianina Nolberto
Asistente Ejecutiva
Gianina “Scarlet” Nolberto is a dedicated mental health and self-care advocate who uses her passion to support women. With that passion, she created an annual self care experience dedicated to women looking to reset their mood called “A Queens Day In.” During the pandemic, she wanted to ensure that women can continue to have an experience at home so she built a bi monthly subscription beauty box called Royal Goodies Box. She curates different themes for each box that includes products from black owned businesses to support your self care day. Through these brands, she has been able to help women across the states remember to take some time to themselves no matter what life is throwing at them.
In June 2021, she was diagnosed with Thyroid cancer and decided to put her brands on pause to focus on her health. Since then she has started a personal blog titled, The Scarlet Experience. She uses her blog to share her healing journey as a cancer victor with the hope to uplift others. As she continues to heal she hopes that she will use her experience to become a life coach and a motivational speaker to keep changing the world.
Kate Pfitzer
Director del Programa de Cáncer de Mama Metastásico
Since 2019 Kathleen has been actively involved with advocacy as a Metastatic Breast Cancer peer volunteer at SHARE Cancer Support. She began her volunteer work as a dedicated MBC helpline volunteer and MBC peer then added support group facilitator as well as OUR MBC Life podcast host and producer to her roles. Kate believes there is nothing better than being surrounded by peers “who get it.” She feels strongly that no-one with MBC should feel alone and everyone should have access to support. Kate is passionate about the needs of the community and strives to educate and empower people to advocate for the best possible care and quality of life.
Kate recently accepted a position of Director of Metastatic Breast Cancer Program at SHARE Cancer Support. She is excited to use her science background as well as her MBC patient experience to continue the success of the metastatic breast cancer programs and is committed to developing new programs with the goal of improving patient experience and survivorship.
Kate graduated with honors and earned a Master of Science degree in Healthcare Policy and Management, Community Health Education and Planning, an Advanced Certificate in Healthcare Management, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.
Stephanie Poland
Gerente de Programas y Directora de proyectos
"I have always prioritized working for mission based organizations, so it is especially meaningful to work for an organization that I personally feel so passionately about. My mom was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer at a young age, so I saw the effects cancer could have on all facets of life. I learned about SHARE while working for another cancer nonprofit and was so impressed with the programs and services it provides. I am thrilled to join such a dynamic team and honored to carry on my mom's legacy in the work that I do. I am excited to bring my background and experience to help continue creating important programs that serve SHARE's community."
Rheanna Randazzo
Directora de Comunicación
"When I discovered SHARE, I knew I found a meaningful workplace to learn and grow. I am passionate about digital media and excited to apply this tool in such a powerful, impactful way. Cancer affects so many of our lives--including my own--that the opportunity to directly support women is one I am proud to take on. I am humbled and honored to be a part of SHARE."
Jackie Reinhard
SHARE's Executive Director
"I knew about SHARE's fine reputation from my work at the Lymphatic Research Foundation, and I learned the value of peer support from my own experience with breast cancer. Once diagnosed, I turned to my best friend, who was also being treated for breast cancer, for advice. Now I feel privileged to lead this organization that is accomplishing so much to support people affected by breast and ovarian cancer."
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Amanda Russell
Communications Manager
"Before coming to SHARE, I had the desire to work with a purpose. When the opportunity to work here came to my attention, I knew it was meant to be. My position at SHARE allows me to make strides in a field that I love while making a difference in the lives of thousands of inspiring women. I am excited to learn, grow, and continue to be part of something that matters."
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Melissa Sakow
Communications Director
"I came to SHARE because I wanted to use my writing and design skills for a cause I care about. I'm passionate about women's health, especially as various kinds of cancer run in my family. I love the work SHARE does to enhance women's quality of life through its programming and peer support, and the way it reaches out to under-served communities. SHARE is a strong network of women helping themselves."
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Ivis Sampayo
Chief Diversity Officer and Senior Director of Public Outreach
"I am a proud 21 year two time breast cancer survivor and have been with SHARE for over 18 years! Originally I was the LatinaSHARE Director and worked with a wonderful group of volunteers and part time staff to accomplish the many goals our program had. We were able to enrich this program from 1 educational program a year to over 57 programs and we also increased our community efforts and Spanish support groups! Now as the Senior Director of SHARE I am able to work with a wonderfully dedicated staff to enrich all our programs and to increase diversity. SHARE continues to amaze me with all the love, support and hope we bring daily to other survivors and their families and friends."
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Sydney Schmidt
Asociada de comunicación
"When I first freelanced for SHARE in 2020, I knew this was a wonderful organization to be part of. Everyone I worked with was so kind and open-hearted. I am very passionate about graphic design and helping others. Cancer has affected many close to me and I want to continue to help and support others directly. I am so honored to be part of the SHARE experience."
Dale Semler
Breast and Metastatic Breast Cancer Helpline Manager
"After a long career as an engineer and social media marketing manager, I was looking for a meaningful job to feed my soul. As a 13 year breast cancer survivor I know the feeling one gets when they hear, “you have cancer”, for the first time. Finding SHARE and the position of Breast Cancer Helpline Manager was the perfect fit for my skills and my desire to help others facing a cancer diagnosis. I am thrilled to be part of the SHARE team and to have the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of others."
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Savannah Shyne
Ovarian Cancer Program Director
"I came to SHARE as a staff member, with a background in Reproductive Health and Patient Education. I was drawn to this organization because of the peer support model and what I have found here is a group of dedicated, empowered people committed to supporting women and caregivers going through cancer. My areas of particular interest include program planning, enhancing support services for women with ovarian cancer and patient-centered outcomes research."
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Kitty Silverman
Directora del Programa de Cáncer de Útero/Endometrio
"During my many years at women’s cancer nonprofits, I have had the opportunity to collaborate and work with several SHARE staff members on both breast and ovarian cancer programs. I have always been very impressed by the scope of SHARE’s many programs and the tremendous impact they’ve had in the community. I’m very excited to be joining the SHARE team to coordinate the new Uterine/Endometrial Cancer Program which will provide support and information for women impacted by this disease and enhance the wonderful services that SHARE already provides."
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Julieth Karina Slanovich
Gerente de Medios de Comunicación
"I have always wanted to work for a non-profit organization and make a difference daily. So when I discovered Share Cancer Support, I knew from the first time that this was where I could share my passion for helping and transforming lives. It is an honor to be part of such a heart-taking organization that supports women with breast and gynecological cancer. I am thrilled to bring my experience to this beautiful cause to keep helping women to fight cancer by working with the communications team."
Chris Smiley
Social Media Associate
Helping others has been my life's work and I'm so excited to be with this amazing organization. I have a background in journalism, media production, and communications where I have developed a number of skills I will use to amplify the impact of SHARE.
Kate Sweeney
Jefa de Operaciones
"I have dedicated most of my career to helping people with cancer and am delighted to continue that work at SHARE. Since coming to SHARE, I am continually impressed by the dedication and warmth of the volunteers, staff, and board. As the Director of Operations and Special projects, my mission is to upgrade and streamline SHARE’s systems and infrastructure so that the organization’s important work can continue and grow."
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Maria Teresa Estrella
Vicepresidente de Alcance
"I came to SHARE in 2006 when I was searching for an educational program for Latinas. The first time I attended a support group I felt welcomed and supported by everyone. I wanted to become more involved at SHARE and, in 2007, I applied for a position as a Survivor Patient Navigator. I became the Outreach Coordinator in 2009 and, in 2011, was promoted as the Co-Director of the LatinaSHARE program. As a Latina educator and 18 years breast cancer survivor, I'm grateful to be part of this dedicated and passionate organization for women affected by breast and ovarian cancer. My mission is to build a strong program for Latinas with access to the resources, support, and opportunity to become community advocates that will empower them to be proactive about their health in their native language."
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Izumi Tsuboi
Coordinadora Japonesa SHARE
"I was diagnosed with breast cancer in the fall of 2016, and I didn't know where to turn. I met Aiko the next day after my diagnosis, and she helped me through the cancer journey. I'm in charge of the Japanese website and take care of media communications. I truly believe it was meant to be, and I'm so happy to see that I'm paying it forward by using my skills at the SHARE."
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Antaeus Turns-Ashcraft
Directora de AfroSHARE
"Born and raised in Harlem, New York, Antaeus Turns-Ashcraft has developed a strong presence in her neighborhood. Establishing partnerships with key stakeholders, nonprofits, and other social service agencies; Antaeus always encourages inclusivity and a collective voice from the community residents it will impact the most. Within the nonprofit sector, Antaeus has held various positions that address community access to fundamental and critical resources, which are not being utilized to its full potential."
"After graduating with her Bachelor’s degree in politics and urban studies, Antaeus went on to receive her Master’s degree in urban planning and economic development. As Antaeus transitioned into her most recent role as the Director of Black Woman’s Outreach with SHARE, her goal is to develop a more impactful and vibrant presence of SHARE’s resources in the Black community."
Gladys Udewitz
Development Assistant
"I learned about SHARE through the American Cancer Society. After participating in support groups and reading SHARE's newsletter, I wanted to become more involved. I became a volunteer nearly eight years ago and later a staff member. I am a survivor and a volunteer on the breast cancer helpline. I feel that providing support for women with cancer is extremely important."
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Yuka Ujo
Coordinador Japonés del Programa SHARE
"I was diagnosed with breast cancer in January 2020. I was able to finish my cancer treatment with the help of the Japanese SHARE team. I feel Japanese SHARE’s services are vital to Japanese women in the US. I was so moved by their work that I started volunteering for Japanese SHARE in between the treatments when I was feeling up to it. Now I’m officially on board and hoping to contribute to supporting the Japanese community in the US by utilizing my skills."
Mary Vetting
Breast Cancer Helpline Manager
"After being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2009, I began attending SHARE’s support group meetings. These meetings and the women I met through them were extraordinarily helpful. They eased my fears, gave me tips on how to cope, encouraged me, and understood my experiences in a way that others couldn’t. My friends and family were amazing, but it was so wonderful to sit in a room full of breast cancer warriors; it gave me hope and made me feel less alone. A few years later, one of the facilitators at SHARE decided to “retire” after eight years of service and I was asked to take her place. I was flattered, and am honored to be able to spend time with these women warriors on a regular basis, and hopefully help them through their breast cancer journeys. I have also become a peer counselor, a helpline volunteer, a facilitator of the Coping with Aromatase Inhibitors support group, and now I am thrilled to have joined the staff of SHARE as the Breast Cancer Helpline Manager. "
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Tolaysha Williams
Administrative Manager
"I first came to SHARE in December 2015 to serve as the administrative manager. I'm excited to work at an organization that supports people facing cancer, which is personal for me because I lost a cousin to cancer, and my aunt is a breast cancer survivor. My goal is to assist SHARE staff and volunteers with organizational operations and to contribute in any way I can to helping SHARE succeed."
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Janice Won
Consultora del Programa Chino
“I go where I belong and where I can make a positive impact. When Carol Evans asked me to join as the Chinese Program Consultant, without hesitation, I agreed because of our shared journey of supporting multicultural women and women for nearly two decades. As a caregiver for family and friends who are Asian, I understand cultural nuances. My professional background in diversity, equity and inclusion, and experience working with Asian American, Chinese American, immigrant and low-income communities, now enables me to work effectively to empower and transform diversity communities, and more deeply understand how to serve these constituents. As a professional coach and consultant, I am always ready to listen, empathize and help people step through life and career challenges, while preserving their personal dignity and worth. Being among the knowledgeable, caring and passionate women of SHARE is a true honor and privilege.”
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