Yvette Salinas

Yvette Salinas was born and raised in Southern California. She holds a Bachelor of Theological Studies from Vision International University and graduated from both the Good Shepherd International School of Ministry and the Cottonwood School of Ministry.

As the founder of Juicy Fruits Ministry, a faith-based nonprofit, Yvette provides biblically inspired mentoring, virtual support groups, personal counsel, and financial relief to the chronically ill. She also facilitates virtual support groups for the Lupus Foundation of America, the Spiritual Medicine Support Group, and the Cal-Optima Pain Support Group.

A 30-year survivor of Lupus SLE, Thyroid Cancer, and Kidney Nephritis, Yvette is a third-generation Lupus warrior. Her personal journey is documented in her 2016 book, "Faith Leads the Way," published by Square Tree Publishing.

Today, Yvette passionately supports the Lupus community as an LFA National Support Group Facilitator, LFA Registry Transition Specialist, and Advocate with the Lupus Research Action Network (LRAN). Through these roles, she remains dedicated to raising awareness and supporting research in the hope of finding a cure.