Kfar Qara Illuminates Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness

Kfar Qara municipality, through its Women's Advancement Unit and Health Unit in cooperation with the Mariam Foundation, hosted an event titled "Illuminating Pink October" on Friday, October 23, 2026. The event, held at the community center, aimed to raise awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection. The municipality itself was featured in photos amidst a distinguished community presence.

The evening was emceed by media personality Ruba Warour. Patient advocates Samia Yacoub and Khudra Asli Kilani shared moving personal testimonies about their experiences, highlighting the significance of willpower and family and community support. The municipality emphasized that women's health is central to its community work and its support for awareness initiatives.

Mohammed Hamed, director of the Mariam Foundation, discussed the organization's role in spreading awareness and supporting patients and their families. Barween Azab, advisor to the mayor for women's affairs and head of the Women's Advancement Unit, was instrumental in organizing the event and fostering partnerships. She affirmed that the unit serves all women in Kfar Qara, supporting them and their initiatives, and that prioritizing their health and empowerment is an ongoing responsibility.

Ghadir Aql, a member of the Qara'a Women's Affairs Committee, encouraged women to prioritize their health and volunteer for the committee. Writer Shouqia Arouq also contributed to the program. Medical professionals included Dr. Nour Al-Shahbari, representing the Ministry of Health, who lectured on breast cancer and early detection. Dr. Jamil Mohsen, a specialist in internal medicine and cardiology, also spoke. Nurse Narjes Othmana delivered an awareness presentation on women's health and follow-up examinations, mentioning a planned future health day for women.

The event featured musical performances by artist Lana Ali and artistic segments with the Tulip Institute and the Mariam Foundation. Stalls run by local businesswomen and initiatives added to the atmosphere. The venue was illuminated in pink in solidarity with women battling the disease. The municipality expressed gratitude to the Mariam Foundation, the Women's Advancement Unit, the Health Unit, the community center staff, and all participants. Special thanks were given to Mohammed Alimi for his extensive efforts in preparation and organization, and to youth movement volunteers, the Rayeh initiative, and the youth department for their support. The municipality concluded by thanking attendees and stating, "With you, Kfar Qara lit up in pink, and with your awareness, the message continues: don't wait for October, prioritize your health."