Pink Caravan Makes Its Return
The initiative aims to raise awareness around the early detection of breast cancer…
Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah and Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of the Ruler of Sharjah, Founder and Patron of the Friends of Cancer Patients, the Pink Caravan is making its return this October, in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, continuing its goal of raising awareness and encouraging women to get screened for the disease.
As stated on focp.ae the initiative is under the umbrella of Friends of Cancer Patients “Kashf”.
What is Pink Caravan?
Pink Caravan was founded in 2011 with the aim of increasing awareness about breast cancer detection (including early detection) within the UAE.
The initiative offers free screenings and medical assistance to individuals across the seven Emirates whilst raising awareness about the disease as well. Throughout the year a variety of events are hosted to constantly increase knowledge and encourage individuals to get screened for the disease. One of the events involves horse-riding throughout the Emirates with many volunteers taking part. During the Pink Caravan’s Ride Various Royals across the UAE take time to welcome them into their Emirates to also help raise awareness.
In February of this year, H.E Reem Bin Karam, Chairperson of the Pink Caravan Steering Committee, took to Instagram to announce the organisation had surpassed their goal of conducting 11,000 screenings.
UAE Royals Involved with Pink Caravan
Sheikh Fahim Bin Sultan Al Qasimi leads the ride to Ajman, part of the Special Envoy for the Pink Caravan Ride.
In Umm Al Quwain, Sheikh Abdullah bin Faisal Al Mualla was at Kite Beach to welcome the riders.
H.E Mohamed Al Kashef, member of the Federal National Council of UAQ, also joined for their time in Umm Al Quwain
In Ras Al Khaimah, Sheikh Mohammed bin Kayed Al Qasimi and Dr. Mona Al Ayan, who is the Director of Al Saqr Hospital, joined at one of the stops.
Sheikh Abdallah bin Hamad Al Sharqi, President of the UAE Federation for Body Building and Physical Strength welcomed the initiative in Fujairah as well.
In Dubai, Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan Al Qasimi led the journey along with Emirati artist Fayez Al-Saeed.
Sheikh Mohamed Bin Nahyan Bin Mubarak and Sheikh Fahim Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, along with ambassadors of the Pink Caravan Ride Sheikha Lubna Khalid Al Qasimi, Doctor Mai Al Jaber, Saoud Hamad Al Kaabi and Mr. Muhanad Al Hassoun were all presented with awards from the Pink Caravan team to convey their appreciation.
October is International Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Pink Caravan encourages private sector organisations across the UAE to participate in their Corporate Wellness Day which educates individuals about early detection and treatment of breast cancer. focp.ae outlines how “breast cancer affects one out of every eight women worldwide. According to Globocan 2020, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women in the UAE, with, 1,030 women diagnosed in the country in 2020.”
Pink October this year will be its 3rd edition of Relay for Life Pink Steps Challenge. Participants are asked to donate 8,000 steps to the cause where the top 50 participants shall also receive an award. For more information about how to download the app and participate in the challenge press here.