We are excited to invite Keva Brooks Napper to the Nonprofit Sistas podcast. In this episode, we will highlight what you can do to be aware of lupus and other illnesses.
Living a Life With Lupus
Early in her adulthood, Keva was diagnosed with Lupus. Unbeknownst to her, Keva never realized what Lupus was until her body was riddled with harsh complications of the illness. With her livelihood changing, she had to learn new wellness and healthy living practices to manage her health.
Her family didn’t know anyone who had Lupus or any other invisible illnesses. This caused them to constantly be on edge about her well-being. Keva hasn’t seen a positive representation of someone who’s thriving in life with Lupus. At this stage of life, she desired to see others battling any invisible illness and living life without fear.
Creating a Space to Be Aware of Lupus
To this end, Keva created a goal to start a nonprofit organization to help bring people together in a safe space to talk. Incorporating Beautiful Butterflies Inc. opened the door to bringing awareness and educating others on Lupus and other illnesses.
The Beautiful Butterflies monthly group support sessions to bring together those living and thriving with Lupus or other invisible illnesses. These sessions helped to offer those in need community and access to resources.
Also, Keva and her team host annual events to educate the community and raise funds for the audience served through Beautiful Butterflies. With the world learning more about Lupus and various invisible illnesses, it is important to Keva to support those living a life in pain.
In this episode, we will discuss the following:
- The lack of representation in Lupus community groups
- What you can do to be aware of lupus and other illnesses
- The difficulties of discovering you have an invisible illness
- Starting a nonprofit organization from your passions & not something emotionally driven
Podcast Episode Resources
- Learn more about Beautiful Butterflies Inc.
- Follow Beautiful Butterflies Inc. on Facebook or Instagram.