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Dana Joy – A Life of Resilience and Hope
Dana Joy has spent her life overcoming challenges with courage and determination. Diagnosed with Lupus SLE and Chronic Kidney Disease at just 16 years old, Dana fought tirelessly to pursue her dreams. She earned a Sociology degree from Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, a Master’s degree in public administration from Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, and a Master’s in social work and social research from Bryn Mawr College, all while managing complex health conditions. Surviving Lupus and CKD was a battle, but having a meaningful and rich quality of life is the motivation to push beyond physical limitation and barriers.
Active in campus life, Dana served in student government, residence advisory, completed internships, and proudly joined Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. Her love of people also fueled her active religious work as a youth ministry teacher and leader as well as a Christian Women’s Educator with her local church, the Church of Christian Compassion in Philadelphia. Her passion for helping others led her to work as a social worker and psychotherapist. For fun, Dana has travelled internationally, learning and appreciating diverse cultures, and enjoying time with family and friends.
Today, Dana faces her toughest battle yet. Kidney disease has progressed to end-stage renal failure, and dialysis three times a week keeps her alive—but a kidney transplant offers the chance for a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life.
With over 100,000 people (about the seating capacity of the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum) on the transplant waiting list, Dana is seeking a living kidney donor. Living donations are safe, and donors can live healthy lives with one kidney. Your gift of life could change Dana’s future and give her the freedom to continue making a difference. Consider becoming a kidney donor today! This is a BIG ask, so let’s talk more about it!
