Andrea Corridor’s life modified perpetually when she misplaced her daughter, Shakira Martin, to problems from sickle cell illness. As a substitute of letting grief outline her, Andrea selected to honor her daughter’s reminiscence by constructing one thing significant—a foundation that now provides hope to others dealing with the identical battle.
Via Shak’s Hope, Andrea works to boost consciousness, educate households, and assist people dwelling with sickle cell illness. Her journey is one among objective, ardour, and neighborhood service—qualities which have earned her recognition as JWOF Girl of the Yr.
From Loss to Legacy
Shakira Martin, topped Miss Jamaica Universe in 2011, was greater than a magnificence queen. Identified with sickle cell illness as an toddler, she lived with ache and challenges however by no means allow them to cease her. She used her title to shine a lightweight on the realities of the illness, advocating for others at the same time as she fought her personal battle.
When Shakira handed away on the age of 30, Andrea knew she needed to proceed her daughter’s mission. She based Shak’s Hope to hold that work ahead—supporting sufferers in Jamaica and the U.S., and giving households the instruments they should navigate the challenges of sickle cell.
A Chief in Her Neighborhood
Andrea can also be a proud member of the Jamaican Girls of Florida (JWOF), the place she has served as Director at Massive. She’s hosted neighborhood occasions like Sip & Chats, volunteered at fundraisers, and helped lead JWOF’s annual Run-A-Boat initiative. Her power, dedication, and willingness to serve have touched many lives and helped carry others up.
In March 2025, Andrea was awarded JWOF Girl of the Yr, a well-deserved honor recognizing her management, power, and ongoing impression.
Her story is proof that even within the face of deep loss, it’s attainable to rise once more—and never simply survive, however assist others thrive.
