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After being in SL so long I've come to realized that this is a great platform to bring awareness to real life interests. One of my interest has always been about giving back, whether it is time, resources or funds I have made it a fundamental character for my family. I subconsciously brought that same mindset into second life after starting our sorority, Sigma Upsilon Nu. Since 2010, Lupus Awareness has been Sigma Upsilon Nu's charity of choice. We have unselfishly dedicated our time in raising funds and awareness throughout the full month of May. With the help of our SL sponsors, designers, and supporters we have raised $1,856.00 this year. As promised these proceeds will be donated to Lupus of America and Lupus of UK. We would like to thank everyone who participated by attending our events, supported as a sponsor, a contributor, a planner, a designer or just simply forwarded our information. We appreciated all your efforts! See you next year. Because of Covid we've realized that we could and should do more. In January 2012 we submitted paperwork for our 501c3 and moved forward in our decision to maintain The Lupus Awareness Foundation inworld. Our goal is to host support groups in the SL community for lupus survivors as well as family and friends. With the help of informed volunteers & committed supporters, we will be able to increase awareness of lupus, provide support groups & services, rally support for those who are affected by lupus & advocate on their behalf, & raise money to support research & education programs in the US & UK. Here are a few photos of those who supported our 2021 photo campaign.

Mark your Calendars for a special Relay Rap from Hope Haven @ ACS Island 3 May 2020 - Sunday 3.30 pm Topic: Health Care Disparities & LGBTQ: What is ACS doing to change that? Join Trader and expected guests: Lee McKay - Second Pride Jessi Mae - Rep Pride Festival SL Ame Starostin Cheveyo Rαуɗєη Jαяяιcσ-Ɛνєηѕтαяя Gavin Dionysus Tamlorn Carterhaugh Wood Live audience: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/American Cancer Society/63/218/36 Please arrive early, seating is limited

SOS - (Survivors of Suicide) is proudly celebrating our annual Halloween Ball this Saturday, October 26th beginning at 2PM SLT! We are a peer support group for mental health in Second Life! We welcome anyone in Second Life to join and to receive support, advice or join our daily support groups. SOS - (Survivors of Suicide) is working hard in an effort to raise awareness & works fiercely to stop & prevent the stigma in the murky world of mental health. We happily provide information and resources for all those who suffer with mental illness in any capacity. We do not discriminate and everyone is welcome. We promote pro-mental health dialogue amongst our members! We are also always open to members who wish to apply to be part of the SOS family! Our Halloween Ball event will feature three amazing live DJs, a maze contest, an apple bobbing contest and a Halloween costume contest! 2PM SLT - 4PM SLT: DJ Semina 4PM SLT - 7PM SLT: DJ Mikey Inc 7PM SLT - 9PM SLT: DJ Noizyzapp

All are invited to join us for a special presentation on Lymphedema lead by Tessa Dartel on Monday, September 23 at 1pm slt at the main resources building on the American Cancer Society region. Lymphedema refers to swelling that generally occurs in one of your arms or legs. Sometimes both arms or both legs swell. Lymphedema is most commonly caused by the removal of or damage to your lymph nodes as a part of cancer treatment. There are 4 stages to Lymphedema and this presentation will help you to understand the signs and symptoms of lymphedema, and more importantly , what to do to learn to manage it. In RL Tessa Dartel is a cancer survivor and is a Ph.D., RN and Licensed Lymphedema Therapist. **Disclaimer: This presentation is purely for informational and educational purposes and in no way should take the place of speaking to your healthcare provider about any signs or symptoms you or a loved one are experiencing that are or could be Lymphedema.** SLurl: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/American Cancer Society/125/177/23

***Heart-Brain Coherence meditation*** Time: 1:30pm SLT ( https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?iso=20190121T1330&p1=224 ) Location in Second Life: TinRoof Retreat( http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Cinnabar Island/202/200/23 ) Discord: https://discord.gg/yA5VWe

Wednesday January 16 _________________________ Chakra Tune-Up meditation - With Crystal Singing Bowls Time: 12pm SLT (https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?iso=20190116T12&p1=224) Location in Second Life: [Pleiadian Temple](http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/New%20Paris/118/127/622) ------------------------------------ Freestyle Guided Meditation - A short guided meditation in voice with background music. A nice weekly mindfulness practice. Time: 1pm SLT (https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?iso=20190116T13&p1=224) Location in Second Life: [TinRoof Retreat](http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Cinnabar%20Island/202/200/23) Discord: https://discord.gg/9W3bbw ----------------------------------- Midweek Meditation - A different theme each week. A longer guided meditation in voice. One of our most popular meditation sessions in Second Life. Time: 2pm SLT (https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?iso=20190116T14&p1=224) Location in Second Life: [Zen Gardens](http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Oligard/166/144/301) Discord: https://discord.gg/9W3bbw