Refika Turnier has worked in cancer research for the past thirty years. Having recently been diagnosed with ADHD, she enjoys exploring her newfound neurodivergent superpowers. She is on a mission of joyous resistance to create a world where all bodies are free to live large. She can be contacted at [email protected].

Refika Turnier
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