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The Power of Mentorship in the Bleeding Disorders Community with Xavier Krueger & Kevin Leurquin
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- Beyond the Bleeds
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- Oct 13, 2025
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- 1597
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Summary
Today on Beyond the Bleeds, we welcome Xavier Krueger and Kevin Leurquin, two amazing members of the bleeding disorders community in Northeast Wisconsin, for an honest and uplifting conversation about the Hemophilia Outreach Center’s mentorship program. Together, we delve into what it means to connect older teens and adults with younger individuals who are navigating life with hemophilia and other bleeding disorders. We share stories about making lasting friendships, building confidence, and overcoming challenges, all while highlighting the profound impact of these supportive relationships. Xavier Krueger is a vibrant 15-year-old living with severe factor VII deficiency. A passionate singer and theater lover, Xavier has been deeply involved with the hemophilia community from a young age—advocating for others, attending Camp Klotty Pine, and participating in the mentorship program both as a mentee and as a budding future leader. Kevin Leurquin, a fitness enthusiast from Green Bay with mild to moderate hemophilia A, is an advocate and entrepreneur known for his resilience, generosity, and commitment to giving back. Kevin’s life experiences, including conquering personal obstacles and running his own food truck, fuel his dedication to guiding younger members of the community as a mentor. “We can change the narrative of hemophilia and our bleeding disorder by strengthening t he community and the conversations we have together.” ~Kevin Leurquin This Week On Beyond The Bleeds: The Hemophilia Outreach Center’s mentorship program pairs experienced community members with youth for a day of training, conversation, and fun activities. Mentees gain invaluable confidence and learn to communicate about their bleeding disorders in a supportive environment. Mentors find pe…