Gwen’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary.  A resilient woman from Houston, TX,  she has faced immense physical, emotional, and financial challenges, yet she continues to shine brightly as a beacon of hope.

Diagnosed with stage IVb Cervical Cancer. Gwen has battled through 3 strokes, and 2 mild heart attacks, all while leading the Roy L Jackson Community Outreach Center in memory of her late father who passed from lung cancer. The Roy L Jackson Community Outreach Center provides crucial resources and case management for cancer warriors and survivors. 

Despite facing eviction, the repossession of her car, and a period without health insurance, Gwen never lost sight of her purpose, she had to step down from a job she loved as a case manager at Harmony House Inc. but remained Unwavering in her commitment to supporting others through her non-profit. Gwen’s ability to persevere has been a source of inspiration, and her dedication has earned her 2024 Erica Frazier Stum Living Life with Cancer Award from Cervivor, a recognition she cherishes deeply.  For Gwen, this honor signifies the importance of legacy “Individuals never die  if their name is still spoken.”

Through her work with Cervivor, Gwen has also built meaningful connections with the Founder of GET in Good with Your Health, Lindsay Gullatte-Lee.  Together, they travel, host health fairs/popup shops, and advocate for cervical cancer awareness and HPV vaccines. The founder of Serenity, Courage & Wisdom, Inc. Keesha Carter, a courageous woman, who joins Lindsay and Gwen sometimes on the road. They form a powerful team, known as “We Dem Girlz ” working tirelessly to eliminate Cervical Cancer one state at a time.  Gwen’s strength, faith, and unwavering commitment continue to inspire all she encounters on her journey.

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