RC Cebu Gloria Maris Steps Up for Breast Cancer Awareness with “D’Feeting Breast Cancer One Step at a Time”

“Every step taken is a stride toward hope and healing.”

At the crack of dawn on October 19th, the streets of Cebu came alive with a vibrant sea of pink, ignited by the Rotary Club of Cebu Gloria Maris’s resolute participation in the annual “Pink Walk: D’Feeting Breast Cancer One Step at a Time.” This charity fun run, organized by the Philippine Society of General Surgeons (PSGS), is more than a race; it is a powerful movement to raise breast cancer awareness and promote early detection.

Represented by President Roxene Rosario, Secretary Dorothy Borces, and Past President and charter member Dr. Maribel Du, the club’s members joined a crowd united by a singular cause—fighting breast cancer through community education, medical support, and solidarity. “Walking together, we turn awareness into action and hope into healing.” Their presence underscored Rotary’s commitment to health initiatives that touch lives profoundly within Cebu and beyond.

The event’s early morning atmosphere was electrifying. Participants donned pink ribbons and shirts, their eager footsteps echoing determination. Free medical consultations and expert advice from partnering organizations like the Cebu Medical Society Inc. and the Philippine College of Surgeons were readily available, transforming the walk into a comprehensive outreach platform.

What set this Pink Walk apart was its holistic approach—combining physical activity with vital education. Volunteers engaged the crowd, distributing informational materials that emphasized the importance of regular screenings and self-examination. The message was clear: prevention and early detection save lives.

“The power of this initiative lies in community unity—when voices join together, change follows.” Rotary’s active participation was both a call to action and a beacon of hope for those affected by breast cancer.

Rotary Areas of Focus Highlighted

• Disease Prevention and Treatment: The Pink Walk aligns squarely with Rotary’s focus on preventing disease and promoting early health interventions through education and outreach.

• Community Service: By joining this large-scale public health campaign, Rotary demonstrates its dedication to improving wellbeing on a community-wide scale.

• Partners in Service: Collaboration with PSGS, Cebu Medical Society Inc., and the Philippine College of Surgeons highlights Rotary’s commitment to strong partnerships that amplify impact.

Why This Project Resonates with Cebu Gloria Maris

Breast cancer touches countless families, making awareness and early detection critically urgent. For the Rotary Club of Cebu Gloria Maris, this event is deeply significant because it embodies their core value of compassionate service—strengthening lives through education, prevention, and support.

Dr. Maribel Du shared, “Participating in the Pink Walk is our way of standing with the community in battling breast cancer. It is a reminder that every step toward awareness can save a life.”

Beyond the race, the event fuels a larger movement that empowers women and families with knowledge—knowledge that empowers and inspires.

As the participants crossed the finish line, their hearts surged with the collective spirit of advocacy and care. “Each step taken in this walk is a commitment to saving lives and strengthening communities.” 

The Rotary Club of Cebu Gloria Maris continues to exemplify how service through partnership and awareness bridges the gap between illness and hope—one step, one person, one community at a time.