In a clear confirmation of its social responsibility, the Libyan International University (LIMU) held its annual “Pink Day” on October 29, 2025.
Organized by the Communication Department and the Women’s Empowerment Office, and with wide participation from various collaborating institutions, the event focused on raising awareness about breast cancer and prevention methods.
The Scout Leader Ali Khalifa Al-Zaidi Hall witnessed a large turnout, which significantly contributed to the event’s success and helped achieve its goals. The gathering aimed to unify efforts toward a national initiative supporting women’s health in Libya, based on scientific, social, cultural, and legal foundations.
The session began with a welcome speech from Ms. Najeeba Astita, Director of the Women’s Empowerment Office and Communication Department at LIMU. She emphasized that the event underscores the university’s commitment to its social duty and to networking with all organizations involved in community efforts, especially in health awareness and education concerning critical public health issues like breast cancer and the crucial importance of early detection.
The University President, Professor Dr. Mohamed Saad Ambarak, also welcomed the attendees. He followed up on the initiative with supportive remarks, praising the scientific and community initiative for strengthening LIMU’s ties with its community and fulfilling its moral and scientific responsibility. He highlighted the university’s pioneering role as a center of expertise, making its resources and experience available to contribute to health awareness, offer accurate research, studies, and statistics, and provide rigorous scientific monitoring of the disease. He wished health and recovery for everyone and commended the voluntary efforts of the participating researchers in this highly vital and impactful educational track.
The awareness session was enriched by multiple presentations covering diverse perspectives:
Breast Cancer: Presented by Prof. Dr. Amina Al-Said, Consultant in Family and Community Medicine.
Nutrition and Breast Cancer: A Journey from Prevention to Treatment: Presented by Dr. Faiza Al-Fakhri.
Psychological Support in the Journey of Recovery from Breast Cancer: Presented by Dr. Fatima Al-Falah.
The Law Protects the Right to Life and Health: Presented by Dr. Habiba Al-Sheikh.
Family Social Support for the Affected Woman and its Positive Role: Presented by Dr. Hania Al-Qamati.
Media and its Impact on Women’s Awareness: Presented by A. Sumaya Al-Buwaishi.
The gathering featured a genuinely moving moment as survivors of the disease shared their stories of patience, defiance, and determination, which touched the hearts and souls of the audience. The “Pink Day” activities included valuable interventions and discussions that enriched the event’s vision and message, leading to the proposal of several pertinent suggestions and important recommendations.
The wide and distinguished participation of LIMU students in all stages of the event is particularly noteworthy and commendable. The entire “Pink Day” was efficiently and competently managed by Dr. Ghada Al-Kadiki.
