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Alopecia LifeAuthor: Host: Deeann Graham
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S8E3 The Brave Crown Foundation with Sage and Nicky
Episode 3
Thursday, 22 October, 2026
Welcome to this episode of Alopecia Life.What happens when a new diagnosis turns into a global mission for change?When Sage was diagnosed with alopecia early in 2026, she and her mom, Nicky, found themselves facing a complete lack of local awareness in South Africa. But instead of letting isolation take over, Sage looked at the global alopecia community and decided to build that same support at home. Together, they founded the Brave Crown Foundation - an initiative born out of a desire to celebrate alopecia, share stories, and bring that iconic Christie Valdiserri wig-snatch energy to South Africa!It’s rare to meet someone so young who steps up so quickly to make a difference. In our conversation today, Nicky and Sage join me to talk about honoring those initial moments of not being heard, and immediately pivoting to the practical 'now what?' of an alopecia areata diagnosis.Here is my conversation with Nicky and Sage.A huge thank you to Nicky and Sage for sharing their story today.What stands out most about their journey is how they took inspiration from the global alopecia community and used it to ignite something meaningful at home. Where silence and lack of awareness once existed in South Africa, they created a vibrant space - inviting voices and stories to finally be heard and celebrated.They remind us that advocacy isn't just about finding your own path; it's about opening the door so others don't have to walk theirs alone.Be sure to check out the show notes to learn more about the Brave Crown Foundation and follow all the great work Nicky and Sage are doing. Thank you so much for listening, and we'll catch you next time. https://thebravecrown.co.za/Brave Crown Foundation FacebookBrave Crown Foundation InstagramSupport the showAlopecia Life provides free resources for school and home education, including a growing list of alopecia books, education videos on YouTube, links to support groups within the US, UK, Canada and more. You will also find access to Head-On, Stories of Alopecia, the Alopecia 101 free course, paid Alopecia Roadmap course for parents of children living with alopecia, and personalized coaching. Together, we can make a difference. To find out more, https://www.alopecialife.com/
