The Birth of a Wig Resource for Women of Color with Dianne Austin

Has cancer ever made you feel like you're losing a piece of yourself, especially your identity? Imagine facing hair loss from treatment, only to find the wig options available don't reflect who you are. This isn't just about hair; it's about dignity, self-esteem, and seeing yourself truly represented.In this powerful rebroadcast, join your host, Talaya Dendy, on Navigating Cancer TOGETHER as she welcomes the incredible Dianne Austin. A breast cancer survivor herself, Dianne co-founded Coils to Locs, a groundbreaking initiative born out of a deeply personal struggle. Prepare to be inspired by her journey to transform the wig industry and support women of color facing hair loss due to cancer and other medical conditions.📣Call to Action 1: Join the waitlist for our "Navigating Cancer TOGETHER" forum here: https://www.ontheotherside.life/forum-waitlist✨Highlights from the show:2:36 Meet Dianne Austin & The Coils to Locs Story3:56 The Unseen Disparity6:24 Coils to Locs Takes Off14:17 Dianne's Unfiltered Journey20:20 The Power of Seeing Yourself26:20 Words of WisdomTranscript: https://bit.ly/podscript167Connect & Engage with Dianne:Website: https://coilstolocsstore.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/coils-to-locsFundraiser: https://wefunder.com/coilstolocsSponsor: On the Other Side, providing expert cancer guidance and support from someone who has been there. https://www.ontheotherside.life📣Call to Action 2: Navigating Cancer TOGETHER is an independent podcast. To keep the episodes coming and support the show, consider buying me a cup of 🍵green tea at https://buymeacoffee.com/nctpodcastHost: Talaya DendyProducer: Talaya DendyExecutive Producer: Talaya DendyWriter: Talaya DendyEditor: Talaya Dendy💜If you loved this episode, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! It truly helps more survivors find our show.Disclaimer: The information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only and SHOULD NOT be used as a substitute for sound professional medical advice, evaluation, or care from your physician or other qualified health care provider.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.