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SUMMARY:Walking in Solidarity: Kenya Ostomy Association Joins National Cancer Survivors Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Date: June\, 6\,  2026 \nCategory: Events / Community Advocacy \nAt the Kenya Ostomy Association (KOA)\, we believe that survival is far more than a medical milestone it is a continuous journey of resilience\, personal rebuilding\, and finding strength through community. \nA significant number of individuals within our ostomy network are cancer survivors\, particularly those recovering from colorectal and intestinal cancers. Their courage\, lived experiences\, and daily determination are at the absolute heart of the advocacy we do. \nThis is why we are proud to stand alongside national healthcare partners\, survivors\, and advocates to invite you to the National Cancer Survivors Day Walk 2026. \nWhy We Are Walking: Turning Hope into Action\nThis collective initiative \n brings together civil society\, healthcare institutions\, and communities to elevate the conversation around oncology care in Kenya. For our ostomy family\, this walk is a vital space to champion: \n\n\nAccessible & Affordable Care: Elevating the critical need for affordable life-saving medical supplies\, stoma appliances\, and long-term post-operative care. \n\n\nRobust Suppo \n\n\nrt Networks: Strengthen \n\n\ning the clinical\, psychological\, and social infrastructure required for sustainable recovery. \n\n\nEquity in Health Systems: Ensuring that no patient or survivor has to navigate their treatment or recovery journey in isolation. \n\n\nBehind every clinical statistic is a human story. We invite our entire community members\, caregivers\, medical professionals\, corporate allies\, and friends t \no step out with us in solidarity. Every step taken is a message of hope and a commitment to a healthier\, more supportive tomorrow. \nEvent Logistics at a Glance\n\n\nEvent: National Cancer Survivors Day Walk 2026\n \n\n\nDate: Saturday\, 6th June\, 2026 \n\n\nTime: Assembly begins promptly at 7:00 AM EAT \n\n\nVenue:(KNH) Helipad Grounds\, Upper Hill\, Nairobi \n\n\nTheme: One Walk. One Voice. One Hope for Cancer Care. \n\n\n\nHow to Participate: > This event is open to all who wish to stand with the survivor community. We encourage you to bring family\, friends\, and colleagues. Let us unite our professional and collective efforts to shape a more equitable healthcare landscape in Kenya. \n\nContact & Organizing Information\nThe National Cancer Survivors Day Walk is organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and the Kenya Network of Cancer Organizations (KENCO). For official inquiries regarding the event route\, group registrations\, or partnerships\, please reach out directly via: \n\n\nPhone: +254 799 400 875 \n\n\nEmail: info@kenonetwork.org \n\n\nWebsite: www.kenonetwork.org \n\n\nFor localized updates from our team or questions about matching ostomy support apparel for the walk\, please contact the Kenya Ostomy Association office directly. \nLet’s show up in large numbers\, unite our voices\, and #WalkTheTalk.
URL:http://kenyaostomyassociation.com/event/walking-in-solidarity-kenya-ostomy-association-joins-national-cancer-survivors-day-2026/
LOCATION:Kenyatta National Hospital\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Education
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