Manley Joins Beautiful Minds for Pink Saree 5K and Wellness Expo

NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Representative Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, was joined by

Representative Avelar and Representative Yang Rohr in attending the Beautiful Minds Youth

Mentoring Foundation for its annual Pink Saree 5K & Wellness Expo on Sunday, Oct. 11, at

Whalon Lake in Naperville.

Beautiful Minds Youth Mentoring Foundation is a Chicago-based nonprofit dedicated to

empowering underserved and underprivileged youth through mentorship, wellness education,

and leadership opportunities. The pink saree serves as a symbol bringing together breast cancer

awareness and mental health support.

The Wellness Expo offered a Walgreens vaccination clinic, a 5k walk/run, meditation and yoga,

and health screenings for attendees.

“Events like this break down stigma and encourage women and families to take charge of their

health,” Representative Manley said. “I was also proud to sponsor House Resolution 548, which

recognizes Beautiful Minds Pink Saree Day in our state. This resolution reflects our shared

commitment to advancing women’s wellness, mental health, and youth empowerment across

Illinois.”

Illinois House Resolution 548, sponsored by Rep. Manley and supported by Reps. Avelar and

Rohr, was adopted by the Illinois House on May 25, 2026. It declares October 11 as Beautiful

Minds Pink Saree Day/#MyPinkHealth Awareness Day in Illinois.