Shantana Hazel leads Sister Girl Foundation’s work in health advocacy, education, support, and equity, with a particular focus on breast cancer, endometriosis, infertility, and gynecologic cancers in underserved communities. Through her leadership for over 16 years, she helps raise awareness, expand support, and advance more equitable access to care. Shantana’s work reflects a deep commitment to addressing health disparities and improving health outcomes.
She has partnered with many organizations such as the American Cancer Society, Yale Cancer Center, YCC-Community Outreach and Engagement’s Community Advisory Board, the City of Bridgeport Health Department’s Community Advisory Board, the Connecticut Endometriosis Working Group, Alliance For Community Empowerment and other community and institutional partners. These partnerships strengthen her work, expand the foundation’s reach, and deepen its impact across the communities it serves.
Shantana has created and facilitates educational workshops and trainings on how to advocate for health care, tailored for both patients, caregivers and providers. Her teachings emphasize: Improving quality of life, Preventative care, Fostering hope before and after a diagnosis, Understanding patient-centered care, Maximizing the benefits of doctor’s appointments and bridging health disparities gaps for the underrepresented communities.
She is dedicated to creating lasting change in health equity through purposeful leadership and community-centered action. Her mission is grounded in service, impact, and the belief that every person deserves access to quality care and support.