At Marrow Mates, we believe that every patient in need deserves a fighting chance for a life-saving bone marrow transplant. However, we can't ignore the fact that there's a significant lack of diversity in bone marrow registries worldwide. 🌍 Bone marrow donors should reflect the rich tapestry of our global community, but currently, we see underrepresentation from various ethnic backgrounds. This shortage can be a barrier to finding a compatible match for patients from diverse racial and ethnic groups. We're committed to changing this narrative! Here's what we're doing and how you can help: Raising Awareness: By talking about the importance of diversity in bone marrow registries, we can encourage more people from underrepresented communities to join and make a difference. Community Outreach: We're actively engaging with diverse communities, partnering with organizations, and holding outreach events to educate and recruit potential donors. Advocacy: We support policies and initiatives that promote diversity in bone marrow registries, to give every patient a fighting chance. You: YOU can be a part of the solution! If you haven't already, consider registering as a bone marrow donor. Encourage friends and family from diverse backgrounds to do the same. Let's work together to ensure that every patient, regardless of their background, has a better chance at finding their perfect match. Together, we can save lives and promote diversity in bone marrow registries. 💪💙 #DiversityMatters #MarrowMates #BoneMarrowRegistry