His name is synonymous with struggle and hope. Sandra Ibarra, a renowned former Spanish model, has conquered the catwalks and magazine covers. However, Her story goes far beyond the glamour of the fashion world. Born in Medina del Campo in 1974, Ibarra’s life has been marked by overcoming difficulties, solidarity and an unwavering commitment to the fight against cancer.
From an early age, strength became her hallmark. She faced the abandonment of her father along with her mother and siblings, assuming responsibilities that pushed her to mature quickly. Despite the difficultiesyoung Sandra never gave up on her dreams.
In 1995, when he was only 20 years old, he was diagnosed with leukaemia. However, a bone marrow transplant from his brother César became a turning point. Far from being daunted, Sandra Ibarra emerged with unwavering determination. She resumed her studies in Information Sciences and entered the world of fashion, where her beauty and charisma catapulted her to success.
Fighting spirit
But life had another test in store for him. In 2002, leukemia reappeared. Once again, family support and her fighting spirit were key to overcoming the disease. This second battle marked a before and after in Sandra Ibarra’s life. Determined to turn her experience into a driving force for change, in 2008 she founded the Sandra Ibarra Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to cancer research, prevention and social awareness.
Her charitable work has led her to become involved in a multitude of projects. Its agreement with the Extensionmania franchise in 2012 stands out, opening a salon that offers specialized hairdressing services for people who have lost their hair. for cancer treatments.
At the same time, Sandra Ibarra has found in writing a way to share her experience and reach other people who are facing cancer. “Las cuentas de la felicidad: hay vida durante el cáncer” (2012) and “Diario de Vida” (2017), Written together with her partner, the journalist Juan Ramón Lucas, they are a faithful reflection of her strength and optimism.
Today, with more than 10,000 followers on Instagram, Sandra Ibarra uses social media to amplify their message of hope and raise awareness about the importance of cancer research.
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