Pretty Girls Get Sick

Changing How The World Sees Invisible Chronic Illnesses One Pretty Girl At A Time

We’re a nonprofit community for women with invisible illnesses and disabilities. Creating safe spaces, building confidence, and pushing for change.

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We Don’t “Look” Sick - But We Are

Too often, we’re dismissed, disbelieved, or told we’re “too pretty to be sick.” We’re here to change that.We create safe spaces where women can be seen, supported, and empowered while navigating illness, building confidence, and reclaiming their stories.

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From Our Founder

I live with a chronic, invisible illness, one that doesn’t always show up on the outside but has deeply impacted my life. People have said, “You’re too pretty to be sick.” That made me feel like beauty and illness couldn’t co-exist.For years, I’ve lived with a chronic illness that has made me extremely physically weak and causes chronic pain. It makes even the simplest things difficult, like lifting my arms above my head or trying to live a "normal" life. The hardest part isn’t just those physical things; it’s being believed because I dont look like anything is wrong with me.I created Pretty Girls Get Sick to say: we matter. We’re not alone. And we deserve to be seen, supported, and empowered.With Love,
Michole

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What We Believe & What We Do

Mission: To empower women with invisible chronic illnesses to navigate their health journeys, pursue meaningful careers, and build supportive sisterhoods through advocacy, education, and community.Vision: To redefine what’s possible for women with invisible illnesses by creating a world where they are seen, heard, and fully supported, thriving in their health, careers, and relationships.

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