SODA: Student Organ Donation Advocates

This past Friday, we celebrated SODA at the University of Wisconsin–Madison's recent event with their OPO in our weekly newsletter ?? Missed this email? Join our mailing list at https://lnkd.in/ge6a_5iZ

Chapter leaders, are you ready to make an impact beyond your chapter? Apply to be a Student Liaison to SODA National’s Board of Directors! As a Student Liaison, you’ll: ? Represent student voices at the national level ? Gain leadership and networking experience ? Help shape the future of student-led advocacy This one-year, non-voting volunteer position is open to current high school, college, and graduate SODA students. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eP5q7yUq

SODA chapter leaders, we’ve got something special for you! We’re giving away free copies of Permission to Thrive by Susan Angel Miller. This book shares the story of Laura Miller, the inspiration behind SODA, and how one family's decision to donate turned tragedy into a life-saving impact. Don't miss out on this inspiring read! ?? Request your free copy now (only available for active SODA chapter leaders): https://lnkd.in/gxbExB6C [Accessibility image description: A tan graphic featuring the Permission to Thrive cover. The bottom reads, "Chapter leaders, get your free copy!"]

A huge welcome to SODA at the School of Health Professions at Townview Center ?? With Southwest Transplant Alliance by our side, we’re ready to help these students save lives.

The Miller family has turned their grief into a powerful force for good. After the sudden passing of their daughter and sister, Laura, they chose to donate her organs—saving a life and inspiring a movement. SODA was founded in Laura’s memory, and her mom, Susan Angel Miller, shares their journey in Permission to Thrive. This profoundly moving book explores loss, resilience, and the strength to grow through adversity ?? Get your copy and be inspired: a.co/d/6ZRJpFd

Hey OPOs, have you seen the news? SODA has launched a podcast with the latest student engagement tips on YouTube. Tune in now ?? bit.ly/SODAOPOpod

Today, we're welcoming SODA at the University of Wyoming ?? Cheers to our first Wyoming chapter and a growing partnership with Donor Alliance!

Kidney disease impacts Black communities at a higher rate, and 26,556 Black patients are currently waiting for a transplant. That’s 14.67% of the national kidney transplant list. More registered donors mean more second chances. Let’s work together to close the gap and bring hope to those in need! ??

Our students loved celebrating Donor Day earlier this month ?? SODA at Crosstown High School spread the word about donation on Valentine's Day with these adorable and on-theme treats.

It's time to celebrate our students' impressive impact on donor registration ?? Throughout 2024, our students registered 3,657 people as organ, eye, and tissue donors, bringing our total number of people registered to 11,547. This impact is life-saving!