A Journey of Faith, Resilience; Living Beyond Breast Cancer S4 EP:407

Welcome BEYOND THE PINK WITH DORLA BONNER-COLEMAN October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but for our community, the conversation goes far deeper than a pink ribbon. 🎗️While overall diagnosis rates are similar, systemic barriers mean Black women face a mortality rate nearly 40% higher than their white peers, often fighting aggressive subtypes like triple-negative breast cancer at younger ages. But statistics do not tell the whole story. Resilience does. 💪🏾All month long on The Lotus Flower Podcast, we are breaking the silence, challenging health disparities, and spotlighting the power of early detection and community healing through powerful conversations with breast cancer survivors. Meet Our Special Guest: Dorla E. Coleman-Bonner Dorla Bonner-Coleman is an ordained minister, community leader, and dedicated public servant with over 35 years of experience in DEI, grant development, and community leadership. Retiring as the City of Kalamazoo’s first Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Dorla has devoted her life and career to uplifting marginalized communities, empowering youth, and advocating for equity. A two-time breast cancer survivor who began her fight at age 18, Dorla shares her personal journey and ongoing healing to educate, inspire, and teach communities how to truly support those facing a cancer diagnosis. Key Discussion Highlights: Unwavering Faith & Service: Navigating Leadership, Ministry, and Advocacy Through Life's Trials A Lifelong Journey of Resilience: Standing Strong Through Two Diagnoses and Long-Term Treatment Effects Healing Through Community: Practical and Compassionate Ways to Support Loved Ones Facing Breast Cancer BROADCAST DETAILS: Date & Time: Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM EST WATCH LIVE ON:• YouTube: The Lotus Flower • Facebook: Dr. Pamela Robinson 🎧 LISTEN ANYTIME: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music 🌐 CONNECT: DrPamelaRobinsonSpeaks.com The Lotus Flower Podcast — Where Healing Begins and Purpose Blooms. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Breast Cancer Resources for Black women TOUCH: The Black Breast Cancer Alliance Website: touchbbca.org Focuses on improving outcomes for Black people affected by breast cancer through education, advocacy, community support, research, and clinical-trial awareness. Its resources include information for newly diagnosed patients, survivors, and people considering clinical trials. American Cancer Society Website: cancer.org Provides breast cancer screening information, treatment education, support resources, and guidance for patients and families. Its Cancer Helpline is available at 1-800-227-2345. Sisters Network Inc. Website: sistersnetworkinc.org A national African American breast cancer survivorship organization offering community-based support, education, and assistance programs. National Cancer Institute Website: cancer.gov Provides evidence-based cancer information and a clinical-trial search tool for people interested in research studies. Susan G. Komen Website: komen.org Offers breast cancer education, patient navigation, support resources, and information about financial assistance.