IIE-Vega students go bald for CANSA Shavathon
IIE-Vega students, in Bordeaux, boldly coloured their hair to support cancer patients at their recent CANSA Shaveathon.
Independent Institute of Education (IIE)-Vega students, in Bordeaux, embraced the spirit of the 23rd annual CANSA Shavathon, bringing this year’s theme: Fearless Hair to Show You Care, to life.
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As part of Wellness Week, the campus hosted the Shaveathon, raising funds to support cancer patients and their families.
Anita Snyders, national sustainability manager at CANSA, said losing hair is a common side effect of cancer treatment. Shaving, or spraying hair in bold colours, has become a powerful act of solidarity.
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“The CANSA Shavathon is a great way for organisations to bring people together in a fun, meaningful way while spreading critical cancer awareness messages.”
Funds raised will help provide essential care, including counselling, home-based support, medical equipment hire, and cancer screenings through CANSA’s pop-up clinics.
For more on Shavathon, visit: Shavathon.org.za
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