What happens when a carefully planned fundraising Gala takes on a life of its own? The answer wasn't found in the program—it was in the unscripted moments that brought our community together and reminded us why this work matters.

In just three years, Young Adults with Epilepsy has grown from a vision into a trusted space for young adults seeking understanding, connection, and hope. Through peer support, advocacy, and shared lived experience, YAWE continues to prove that community can be life-changing—for individuals and families alike.

Teresa, one of our Peer Support Leads, shares the beginning of her epilepsy story.