American Cancer Society holds 10th annual meetingth The annual Women Leading the Way to Wellness (WLWW) luncheon will be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11 a.m. at the Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa.
This inspiring afternoon event will discuss the importance of becoming your own health advocate. Over the past 10 years, the event has raised more than $1 million for the American Cancer Society, supporting women’s health research, advocacy, and more.
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Dr. Madhavi Raghu and Dr. Sheeva Ghofrani.Posted photo
In 2024, the American Cancer Society will recognize two individuals for their significant and outstanding achievements. Dr. Madhavi Raghu, a radiologist and breast imaging specialist at Connecticut Breast Imaging, and Dr. Sheeva Ghofrany, an obstetrician-gynecologist at Coastal Obstetrics and Gynecology in Stamford. An ovarian cancer survivor and last year’s keynote speaker.
“Being selected as an ACS/WLWW recipient means a lot to me because it recognizes my deepest desire to engage and relate to others in a deeply human way. Because it means that,” Dr. Goffrany said. “It’s clear that what a woman needs most is a deeper understanding of her health and to work with her doctor to shape her future.”
“As a radiologist dedicated to making breast health accessible to all, this recognition from the American Cancer Society is truly humbling,” said Dr. Raghu. “I strongly believe that everyone, regardless of ethnicity or gender, has the right to prompt and comprehensive care. It’s about more than just detecting cancer. It’s about knowing and caring support. It’s about empowering patients. Together, we can close the gap in health care and wellness so no one has to face uncertainty alone.”
The event’s keynote speakers are Stephanie Szostak, French-American actress, author, and Give an Hour ambassador, and Gabrielle “Gabby” Bernstein, bestselling self-help author and spiritual coach. .
- Szostak speaks to community groups about overcoming failure, being an outsider, and living authentically. Some of her notable projects include “The Devil Wears Prada,” “Iron Man 3,” “Schmuck’s Dinner” and ABC’s “A Million Little Things.”
- Bernstein is new york times She is the best-selling author of May Cause Miracles, a 40-day guidebook for radical change and subtle changes for infinite happiness, and an international speaker who has spoken at Google, TEDxWomen, and more.
The American Cancer Society’s WLWW Luncheon helps women realize the value of prioritizing their health. According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), the key to prevention is early detection and a focus on a healthier lifestyle, such as maintaining a healthy weight through diet and exercise, avoiding smoking, and regular health checkups. It is said that it is a thing. The event’s tagline, “Choose You,” emphasizes this importance, and all attendees are given a “Choose You” checklist with reminders to follow their annual check-ups, appointments, and daily healthy habits. You will receive a postcard.
Event tri-chairs include:
- Robin SeldenExecutive Chef and Managing Partner of Stamford-based Marcia Selden Catering & Event Planning.
- Maureen Clark – New Lovea strong supporter of ACS’s mission to reduce cancer rates and owner of Stamford-based Noble Salon.
- kit shapiroa longtime supporter of ACS and community organizations, and owner of Westport-based boutique WEST.
“Since day one, WLWW has been a special passion project for me and everyone involved, and we have worked hard to build momentum to advance our mission,” Selden said. “When we started this event 10 years ago, our goal was to create the American Cancer Society’s first wellness-oriented event for women. As women, we often put the needs of others before our own because we’re so busy and juggling our daily responsibilities.To recognize Women’s Health Month in May, choose yourself. What better way than to remind them of the importance?”
Planning committee members include Sheeva Ghofrany, Sherry Kapitulik-Jay, Jessica King, Wendy Kroll, Nancy Landauer, Marisa MacLean, Shantana May-Hazel, Beth Meyer, Morgan Napier, Includes Morgan Nealon, Janice Perna-Nicolas, Kim Pugh, and Mia Schipani. , Jamie Sherwood, Melissa Stein, Sarah Swanberg, Caitlin Tarpey-Bolea, Kelly Thomas, Robin Whittingham, Kayla Williamson, Zara Williamson, Tracy Wilson.
Tickets for the event are $150 and can be purchased at www.acswomenandwellness.com/tickets. The silent auction and monetary donation page can be accessed at WLWW2024.givesmart.com.
Confirmed sponsors for this event include Connecticut Breast Imaging (presenting sponsor); Marcia Selden Catering, Nuvance Health, and the Andrew J. Whittingham Family Foundation (anniversary sponsor). NBC Universal – Stamford Studios (Silver Sponsor); Altium Cares, BMW of Darien, Greenwich Hospital, Noble Salon, Saugatuck Financial, Savings Bank of Danbury, Stamford Health, and WEST (Bronze Sponsor). Serendipity (key media sponsor); and Westport Lifestyle (media sponsor), and additional community partners (*list as of April 1, 2024).
Women Leading the Way to Wellness began in 2014 and has raised more than $1 million for the American Cancer Society over the past 10 years. This annual luncheon, hosted by the tri-chairs and planning committees with deep roots in the community, welcomes women to be educated, enlightened, and reminded to “Choose You.” This inspiring event featured keynote speakers including Jane Green, Lee Woodruff, Kelli O’Hara, Indie Lee, Joanne Landen, and Lindsay Czarniak, who shared their dedication and tireless work as women’s health advocates. More than 20 people were recognized for their hard work. Additional live events are planned throughout the year to continue raising awareness.
For more information, visit acswomenandwellness.com. Or connect on Facebook @womenleadingthewayct or Instagram @acswomenleadingtheway.
The American Cancer Society is the leading organization in the fight against cancer, with a vision to end cancer as we know it for everyone. For more than 100 years, ACS has been the only organization fighting cancer, improving the lives of cancer patients and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support. The organization is committed to preventing, detecting, treating cancer and ensuring everyone has the chance to survive.
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