A Legacy of Advocacy, Leadership & Resilience
Breast cancer changed my life, but it did not define me. Diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC) in October 2023, I turned my journey into a movement; one that champions advocacy, education, and systemic change for women everywhere. Through The Advocate’s Table LLC, I create spaces for survivors, healthcare leaders, and changemakers to unite, uplift, and transform the landscape of early detection and patient support.
A Voice for the Voiceless
My Advocacy & Board Leadership
I proudly serve on multiple leadership boards, where I amplify the voices of those often unheard within communities in Central Ohio:
- American Cancer Society (ACS) Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Executive Leadership Board
- Brooksedge East HOA Board of Directors
- Franklin University BS Communications Advisory Board
- Susan G. Komen Columbus Leadership Board
Published Work
Sharing My Story, Changing Lives
My journey and expertise have been featured in leading publications dedicated to survivorship and advocacy
- Central Ohio woman’s cancer diagnosis drives her to educate on Black health disparities – The Columbus Dispatch
- My Living Legacy: Advocacy Born from Survival – Elephants and Tea
- Surviving TNBC: My Brave Path – Personal Newsletter
- Shanise’s Breast Cancer Journey: Resilience, Advocacy and Hope – Susan G Komen Blog
- World Cancer Day Publication – World Cancer Day 2025
Podcast Appearances
Amplifying the Mission
I use my voice to advocate for early detection, equity in healthcare, and survivor support through podcast interviews:
- She Rises Podcast | Overcoming Challenges and Advocating for Change with Shanise Pearce’s Journey as a Triple Negative Breast Cancer Survivor and Leader
- Susan G Komen | Real Pink Podcast
- This Table Holds Stories | Spotify Podcast
- This Table Holds Stories | YouTube Podcast
- TotsFrishion | Should You Get Genetic Cancer Screening? | You Have a Story
- Lachandra B. Baker Edutainment, LLC | Everything’s Not Black & White | Healing Beyond the Diagnosis
Speaking Engagements & Media
I have been honored to share my story and insights across platforms, using my voice to inspire action and change:
- Breast Reconstruction Awareness Event – My Sister My Friend Breast Cancer Awareness
- Columbus Breast Cancer Survivors Unite for Awareness Walk – ABC6
- Champion of Hope Speech – City Hall Lighting Ceremony
- Genetic Testing Social Media Post from OSUCC & The James – Instagram
- Join the Fight: Komen Columbus Race for the Cure 2025 – NBC4i
- Survivorship: A Celebration of Life Beyond the Struggle – Omega Psi Phi Eta Nu Nu Chapter
- Susan G Komen Race Day Social Media Post from OSUCC & The James – Instagram
- Voices of Black Women (Study Introduction) – NBC4i
- Voices of Black Women (Young Adults) – NBC4i
Awards & Celebrations
I am deeply honored to have been recognized for my work in advocacy and leadership:
- Champion of Hope Award – Celebrating my commitment to empowering survivors.
- Ringing the Bell – Last day of chemo
Legislative Advocacy: H.B. NO 28
Designate Triple Negative Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Advocacy is not just about raising awareness, it’s about changing systems. I have played a key role in supporting Ohio’s HB28 Bill, a groundbreaking initiative addressing healthcare equity and access.
Bill Status : Passed by Senate
Effective Date : March 20, 2025
Follow this Bill : The Ohio Senate 135th General Assembly – H.B. 28
Legislative Advocacy: H.B. NO 271
Enact Breast Examination and Screening Transformation (BEST) Act
Advocacy is not just about awareness, it is about pushing for real change, like supporting H.B. No. 271, which aims to ensure that all patients have equitable access to comprehensive breast screening methods, regardless of age, race, income, or zip code.
Bill Status : In House Committee Testimony
Effective Date : TBD
Follow this Bill : The Ohio Legislature 136th General Assembly
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