Charlotte Miller is an undergraduate student at the University of Oregon and serves as a Community Advisor for The Full Scoop, where she brings the perspective of young women to breast health education and outreach efforts. Motivated by a personal connection to breast cancer and her involvement with Relay for Life, she is passionate about helping her generation better understand breast cancer risk, screening, treatment, and available support resources. Charlotte hopes to continue advancing women's health through a future career as a physician or physician assistant.

Jeri Ajayi, a community developer, is driven by her desire to empower people to make informed personal and group decisions, 'upstream' and 'downstream,' about their physical and mental health, within our nation's systemic inequities. She believes in the human spirit to self-direct life. "We all must play to win with the hands we have been dealt", says Jeri. As a social scientist, she welcomes reliance on community activism to help individuals and families strive. Jeri brings proven leadership in helping organizations and communities maximize their potential. She holds a Master’s in Public Administration, a Bachelor of Arts from Arkansas State University, and a Project Management Certificate from Colorado State University. A registered Community Health Worker on Colorado’s State Registry, Jeri has been deeply engaged in preventive health programs across Memphis, Houston, and Nashville—addressing teen pregnancy, violence prevention, biometric screenings, immunizations, and prostate, colorectal, breast, and cervical cancer screening. Motivated by her own family history of cancer, Jeri champions early detection through screening, healthy nutrition, and active living. In Metro Denver, she has made lasting contributions by developing health education programs, advancing community engagement, and promoting preventive health through biometric screenings and immunizations. Her leadership roles have included overseeing the Community Engagement Office at Inner City Health, directing family self-sufficiency initiatives at Mile High United Way, and helping families build financial well-being at Money Management International. Jeri’s integrity and dedication are evident in her service on numerous nonprofit boards and community advisory groups, including Sense of Security, Immunize Colorado, and the Denver Mayor’s African American Commission. She has been married for 40 years, has two adult daughters, and has recently become a grandmother, which is her cherished, preferred role —“Big Mama.” She is a member of the Colorado Christian Church, loves music, gardening, and bowling.

Dr. Acharya-Leon serves as Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Colorado CU School of Medicine and Chief of Oncology at Highlands Ranch Cancer Center. With over 20 years of dedicated practice since 2004, Dr. Acharya-Leon has established herself as a leading specialist in breast cancer care. Board certified in both hematology and oncology, Dr. Acharya-Leon brings comprehensive expertise to her patient-centered approach to cancer treatment. She is passionate about delivering individualized care that honors each patient's unique goals and personal circumstances, recognizing that effective treatment extends beyond medical protocols to encompass the whole person. Dr. Acharya-Leon is a strong advocate for early breast cancer detection, understanding that timely diagnosis not only saves lives but also reduces healthcare costs and minimizes the emotional trauma experienced by patients and their families. Her commitment to comprehensive care combines clinical excellence with deep empathy for the journey her patients face. Through her dual roles in academic medicine and clinical practice, Dr. Acharya-Leon contributes to advancing oncology care with clinical trials, while remaining deeply connected to direct patient care. She ensures that her expertise serves both current patients and the future of cancer treatment. Radhika Acharya-Leon, DO Associate professor, University Of Colorado Chief of Oncology Services, HRH

Gerlinde Hackney is a Certified Community Health Worker with a passion for serving others, empowering individuals, and making a positive difference in her community. Her faith, compassion, and love for people inspire her commitment to helping individuals and families access healthcare, education, and valuable community resources. Gerlinde previously worked with Inner City Health, where she spent a couple of years helping individuals navigate healthcare and community services. She currently volunteers with Cami Health, educating women about breast health and connecting them with resources and support. She also volunteers at the More Life Center during healthcare and vaccination clinics, supporting individuals and families in the community. In addition, Gerlinde works with the MOVE Project through CU Boulder, encouraging individuals to become physically active, achieve their exercise goals, and support their brain health. Gerlinde believes that serving others goes beyond providing information and resources. It is about building meaningful relationships, listening with compassion, encouraging others, and helping people feel supported and empowered. Guided by her faith and a genuine love for people, she finds joy in giving back and helping build stronger, healthier, and more connected communities.

Advocate, Survivor, and Champion for Women's Health Meredith Millstone is a passionate advocate for women’s health, driven by her own recent and personal health journey. In May 2024, Meredith was diagnosed with double hormone receptor-positive breast cancer—a diagnosis that came early thanks to advanced screening beyond the standard annual mammogram. Recognizing Meredith’s unique set of risk factors, her primary physician took a proactive and personalized approach to her care. This thoughtful attention allowed Meredith to qualify for a breast MRI, an imaging modality that ultimately detected her tumor at stage 0, before it had metastasized. Her oncologist later confirmed that traditional mammography alone would not have identified the tumor until years later. Because of this early detection, Meredith was able to undergo a double mastectomy with reconstruction and avoid chemotherapy, radiation, and long-term hormonal medications. Deeply grateful for the compassionate and forward-thinking medical team that guided her, Meredith is now dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of individualized screening. She believes every woman deserves access to education about their personal risk factors and affordable, comprehensive screening option, including ultrasound and MRI, not just mammography. Her message is clear and heartfelt: early detection saves lives, and personalized care matters. Meredith is excited to be part of a growing initiative to ensure that women are informed, empowered, and supported with screening strategies tailored to their unique health profiles. “Let’s catch it early, ladies,” she says, echoing her commitment to proactive health advocacy. Professionally, Meredith has a background in the psychiatric and gastroenterology healthcare industries. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communications from the University of South Carolina. She lives in Colorado with her husband, their two daughters, and their golden retriever, Moose. Outside of her advocacy work, Meredith enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking, yoga, traveling, and creative expression. Membership: Cancer League of Colorado

Tanya D. Acker is a Denver East High graduate, proud HBCU alum, and nonprofit founder dedicated to advancing equity and opportunity across health, democracy, and justice. A strategist and connector, Tanya designs plain-language, partnership-driven outreach that strengthens health navigation, civic participation, and racial and economic justice. Her work focuses on building trust, ensuring dignified access to care and support, and achieving measurable impact for Black, Brown, and multigenerational communities.