Endo Black: Empowering Endo Sistas - Lauren Kornegay
Endo Black: Empowering Endo Sistas Lauren Kornegay
Lauren Kornegay
Founder and Executive Director of Endo Black Incorporated
Lauren R. Kornegay, a proud Oxon Hill, MD native and Morgan State University graduate, was diagnosed with endometriosis at the age of 20, igniting a journey filled with pain and challenges. This diagnosis brought forth a journey filled with pain, challenges, exhaustion, and uncertainty, all commonly associated with this disorder. Frustrated by the lack of representation for African American women in the endometriosis community, she established Endo Black, Inc. in April 2019.
This platform connects and supports women of color affected by endometriosis. Lauren's mission is to raise awareness about their unique experiences and advocate for proper diagnoses. She believes it's time for real change and invites you to join the fight.
Lauren Kornegay Has Filled a Void with Her Nonprofit Endo Black, and Will Share Her Story on Patient Day
Lauren Kornegay’s late mother left her daughter with profound words of wisdom. “She always said, ‘If there’s a void, you fill it, and if you want something done, you do it yourself,’” Kornegay said. “That’s…
How Lauren Kornegay, Founder of EndoBlack, is Fighting for Change
Lauren Kornegay had never heard of endometriosis when she first experienced debilitating symptoms in college. She had experienced pain with her menstrual cycle, but wasn’t taught to discuss taboo subjects such as menstruation. So she…