Europa Donna Cyprus holds 22nd annual Pink Silhouette March

On October 3, 2026, the 22nd Pink Silhouette March took place in Nicosia, Cyprus, organized by the advocacy group Europa Donna Cyprus. The event, which began at 5:00 p.m. at the Old GSP Stadium and concluded at the Alpha Bank Cyprus headquarters, aimed to promote awareness, prevention, and early diagnosis of breast and gynecological cancers.

The march featured 1,365 symbolic silhouettes representing lives affected by cancer throughout 2025. This total included 840 pink silhouettes for new breast cancer cases in women, 6 blue ones for male breast cancer cases, and 220 turquoise figures for new gynecological cancer cases. Additionally, 299 white silhouettes were displayed to commemorate those who lost their lives to the disease in 2025. Alpha Bank Cyprus served as the strategic partner for the second consecutive year, with CEO Miltos Michaelas emphasizing the importance of community support and individual human stories in the ongoing fight against cancer.

This initiative marks a significant evolution in public awareness compared to the late 1990s, when cancer was often discussed only in private and associated with stigma. By bringing these issues into the public sphere, participants honor both survivors and those who passed away while advocating for continued health education and care across the island.