May 2, 2026
525 NE 7th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304
BRCAStrong Fashion Show & Medical Panel
BRCAStrong is proud to announce an inspiring collaboration with Lauren Yerkes, founder of POST SWIM, for our upcoming fashion show, “Beyond the Tide: Empowered & Unstoppable.”
This powerful event will celebrate previvors, survivors, and thrivers regardless of genetic predisposition as they walk the runway in post-cancer swimwear designed to empower, inspire, and transform perceptions of body image after breast cancer.
More than a fashion show, this experience will bring together education, advocacy, and empowerment, uniting the community to honor the strength, resilience, and beauty of women who have faced breast cancer head-on.
Event Details
Date: May 2, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location:
525 NE 7th Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Audience:
Influencers, philanthropists, media, healthcare professionals, and community leaders committed to advancing breast cancer awareness, education, and empowerment.
Event Highlights
Empowerment Runway Show
Previvors, survivors, and thrivers will walk the runway wearing POST SWIM, a purpose-driven swimwear brand designed specifically for post-cancer bodies.
Educational Medical Panel
The event will feature an impactful discussion including:
Panelists will discuss body image, survivorship, advocacy, and the evolving needs of women navigating life after breast cancer.
About the Collaboration
Tracy Milgram, founder of BRCAStrong, has spent over 20 years advocating for previvors and survivors, turning her personal journey into a global mission of education, advocacy, and support.
In 2026, BRCAStrong is focusing on body image empowerment, making this collaboration especially meaningful.
Partnering with Lauren Yerkes, a breast cancer survivor and BRCA2+ carrier, brings powerful authenticity to the event.
Lauren’s nearly two-decade career in the fashion industry, including 16 years as Chief Merchandising Officer at REVOLVE, combined with her personal experience navigating cancer treatment and survivorship, inspired her to launch POST SWIM a swimwear brand designed with intention for post-cancer bodies.
POST SWIM pieces feature:
Each design helps women feel confident, comfortable, and truly seen.
A Celebration of Strength
Beyond the Tide: Empowered & Unstoppable is more than a runway.
It is a celebration of resilience, confidence, and community, highlighting the strength and beauty of women who continue to rise, rebuild, and redefine life after breast cancer.
Together, we honor every previvor, survivor, and thriver and the powerful stories they carry.
Presented By
BRCAStrong
Sponsors
Baptist Health Cancer Care
Myriad Oncology
POST SWIM