Mark McKinnon is giving back on and off the screen. His trajectory as an actor has always been fueled by the wish to bring forward stories that will make an impact, whether that be on a person’s life or on how issues are seen and talked about. His latest acting project, the BET Her film The Waiting Room, sheds light on the realities of a Breast Cancer diagnosis on women and their loved ones. By partnering up Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), McKinnon goes the extra mile for Breast Cancer awareness. McKinnon shared his experiences on the set of The Waiting Room, BET Her’s trailblazing example in the film industry, and his work with PCRM with Jejune. For more on Mark McKinnon, please continue reading our interview below.

Jejune ContributorJanuary 21, 2021Actor, breast cancer, mental health advocate, entertainment, feminism, cancer, Black, blm, #cancer, #breastcancerComment

Actress Jennifer Sears on Social Activism & Black Mental Health

Combining her pre-law degree with her love for acting and social activism, Jennifer Sears is a voice of passion and authenticity. Ever since her big break in Tyler Perry’s Madea Family Reunion (2006), Jennifer has continued to work with worked alongside some of the industry’s most astounding talent and production teams, with roles in the award-winning and Golden Globe-nominated film “Bessie” alongside Queen Latifah and Mo’Nique, The Best of Enemies starring Taraji P. Henson, VH1’s Daytime Divas alongside Tichina Arnold, Bounce’s Saints and Sinners and FOX’s Star, to name a few. We speak to Jennifer about her most recent role on OWN’s Greenleaf as it enters its fifth and final season. We also discuss how Jennifer is using her platform to raise awareness for causes that are close to her heart. She frequently works with the Atlanta Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) and consistently works to share resources about Black Mental Health. Please read our interview with Jennifer Sears below.

Haven Is Healing Through Music

Pop artist Haven defies the constraints of her struggle with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), as she creates music embracing those moments of weakness, strength, and the often times chaotic emotions associated with love and heartbreak. In addition to Haven being a potent singer, she is heavily involved organizations making strides in childhood cancer research. Please read our exclusive interview here to learn about Haven’s music journey and upcoming projects.

SWAC: Influencer, zIssue 17Jejune ContributorDecember 9, 2019music, musician, cancer, cancer survivor, #cancer, singer, singer song writer, #singerComment

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Check out the exclusive interview with model Luna Castilho and learn more about her charity to help kids fight cancer, called Gray Care Kids.