For many Black women, navigating the workplace while dealing with the cognitive effects of chemotherapy or other cancer treatments—often called “”chemo brain”” or “brain fog”—can be especially challenging. Admitting to memory issues or cognitive difficulties when your manager or colleagues are predominantly White can feel daunting and isolating. In this session, we’ll explore the complexities of advocating for yourself in these spaces, how to seek allies, and whether we feel comfortable talking about how the cognitive effects impact our work and personal lives. We’ll also discuss how chemo brain or brain fog can fuel imposter syndrome, leading to self-doubt about our abilities and intelligence, and how it intersects with treatment, surgeries, or even early retirement due to disability. Let’s talk about how to navigate these challenges while finding strength and support in our professional and personal lives.
If you’re a Black woman breast cancer survivor, join us on Thursday, March 27th 7:00pm EST. The facilitators are Lisa P. Nelson, LMSW, OSW-C, and Megan-Claire Chase, invasive lobular (ILC) breast cancer survivor and SHARE’s Breast Cancer Program Director. You’ll get the opportunity to share your stories and experiences with fellow survivors and learn new ways to cope with the challenges of breast cancer.
This space is tailor-made for Black women breast cancer survivors who want to connect with others and gain insights from their journeys towards healing. Don’t miss out on this chance to join a supportive community of survivors.
Disclaimer: Funding for this webinar was made possible (in part) by the State of New York. The views expressed in written webinar materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the State.
