It took me weeks to come to terms with the fact that there were no easy answers. I couldn't change the past or the diagnosis, so I focused on educating myself and becoming Tinslee's biggest advocate. We underwent all the necessary tests, scans, and procedures, and spent a year going in for lab work and check-ups.
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Helen Potts
Event Project Manager
Born and raised in Oregon, Helen comes from a large and close-knit family. Inspired by working with children, Helen pursued a degree in Family and Human Services at the University of Oregon. Her drive to work for a cause she cares about led her to FARF. “I’m excited about the work and the environment. The team is incredibly talented and passionate. There are so many people who play a role in the FA community; I’m honored to contribute to the larger picture.” Helen brings her positive energy and can-do attitude to the team and oversees everyday operations of FARF, as well as the planning and execution of all conferences and meetings. She’s an expert organizer and natural people-person who is goal-driven. In her free time, you might find Helen trekking up a hillside, running on the trails, or curled up with a book or Netflix.
What are three words you aspire to embody?
Kindness, patience, and courage.
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The Fanconi Cancer Foundation (FCF) is excited to announce that Dr. Isis Sroka has been named CEO effective August 1, 2024. She succeeds Mark Quinlan who served as Executive Director since 2017 and recently announced his departure. Quinlan will continue in an advisory role with FCF through a transition period.
On May 24th, 2024, the FA Europe Network hosted its inaugural pan-European scientific meeting at the historic Saint-Louis Hospital in Paris, marking a significant milestone in international collaboration for Fanconi anemia (FA).