A voice for the unheard, a fighter for the unseen — Lea Jabre transforms pain into purpose, and resilience into quiet power.
In a world saturated with noise, where stories are often rushed and voices easily lost, Lea Jabre stands apart. Calm yet unshakable, reflective yet fierce, she embodies a rare kind of strength — the kind forged not by applause, but by survival. Her journey is not a tale of overnight recognition, but one of persistence, conviction, and a heart deeply committed to impact.
Lea’s professional path began with words. “I started as a journalist,” she recalls, her voice steady with clarity. “Storytelling always fascinated me — especially history and current affairs.” With roots in Lebanon, her connection to the Middle East and North Africa region was both personal and intellectual. By 2010, she had entered the professional world, and by 2012, she found herself immersed in political consulting — navigating complex systems, shaping narratives, and working behind the scenes where influence quietly lives.
Yet life had other plans — ones far more personal and transformative.
A diagnosis of rare autoimmune diseases altered the trajectory of her life, forcing her to slow down and confront realities few truly understand. What could have been an ending became a beginning. “I ended up working in the nonprofit sector as a director,” she explains, “and eventually, I created Bent Not Broken — an advocacy page for my rare disease.”
That platform, now known as @bent_not_broken_autoimmune, is far more than a social media presence. It is a refuge. A community. A reminder that suffering does not negate purpose. Through honest conversations, shared resources, and emotional support, Lea created a space where people living with chronic and rare illnesses feel seen — often for the first time.
“I’m bent, but not broken,” she says with quiet certainty. “My life has a different meaning today.”
This philosophy isn’t performative — it’s lived. Lea’s advocacy is rooted in experience: near-death moments, long recoveries, and the constant negotiation between limitation and hope. Rather than allowing these experiences to harden her, they deepened her compassion. Alongside her best friend, she co-founded a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting neglected children — a project set to launch later this year. For Lea, giving back is not an obligation; it’s a calling.
“Experiences — my journey, how far I’ve come — that’s what motivates me,” she shares. “Every day is a victory.”
When asked how she chooses the projects she commits to, her answer is refreshingly pure: “What speaks to my heart. What drives me. What motivates me.” In an era obsessed with metrics, money, and visibility, Lea measures success differently. “Success has a personal meaning to everyone,” she says. “For me, it’s accomplishing projects I’m passionate about. It’s not about money — it’s about impact.”
One of her proudest achievements to date is the organic growth of Bent Not Broken — not just as a platform, but as a living, breathing community. Her YouTube podcasts mark another milestone, offering long-form conversations that explore illness, healing, resilience, and humanity without filters. And then there is her book — deeply personal, still waiting for its moment. “I hope one day it will be published,” she says softly. Like her own life, the book is about transformation — about pain, healing, and the courage to begin again.
Looking ahead, Lea’s vision is expansive and global. She dreams of transforming Bent Not Broken into a worldwide patient resource platform — a hub that connects, educates, and advocates for people living with chronic and rare diseases across borders and cultures. It’s a bold ambition, but one perfectly aligned with her journey. After all, resilience has always been her quiet superpower.
Lea Jabre’s story is a reminder that some of the strongest voices are born from the deepest silence. She represents those who rebuild themselves from ashes — not with anger, but with grace. Her life is proof that being bent does not mean being defeated. It means you are still standing — reshaped, resilient, and ready to rise.
Bent, not broken — and never invisible.