From Adversity to Advocacy: Maimah Karmo, CEO of Tigerlily's Remarkable Journey

In this conversation, Maimah Karmo shares her extraordinary journey from surviving multiple adversities, including being struck by lightning, held at gunpoint and battling breast cancer, to founding the Tiger Lily Foundation. She emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy, community support, and empowering women, particularly those who are underrepresented in healthcare. Maimah reflects on her experiences, including a transformative appearance on Oprah Winfrey's show, and discusses the recent achievements of her foundation, including a significant grant from the Melinda Gates Foundation. The conversation highlights the power of resilience, purpose, and the impact of advocacy in the realm of women's health.Show LinksTigerlily Foundation -- https://tigerlilyfoundation.orgMaimah's clothes line -- https://slimthickclothing.com/Maimah on Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/maimahkarmo/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.