VIDEO-Wrap yourself in colour for CANSA doek campaign
The #doekwithadifference campaign gives wearers the chance to communicate a non-verbal message of hope and support to those affected by cancer,
PINK Trees for Pauline (PTFP) in association with Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) have partnered again to invite clubs, workplaces, schools, institutions and individuals to embrace #doekwithadifference (wearing a head wrap or scarf) or wrapping trees in the community in pink fabric this September.
Local resident and CANSA National Relationship Manager Service Delivery, Cara Noble said the #doekwithadifference campaign gives wearers the chance to communicate a non-verbal message of hope and support to those affected by cancer, while raising much needed funds towards CANSA’s care and support programmes.
“The colourful African wax print doeks can also be used as attractive table runners and as scarves. Individuals and companies can still show their support by buying the pink fabric at R30 per metre and wrapping trees in their local towns and communities. Doeks and fabric are available at CANSA Care Centres and people are encouraged to show their support by using the hashtag #doekwithadifference on Instagram and Facebook when posting,” she explained.
The funds raised from the sale of doeks and pink material will go a long way towards contributing to continued care and support for cancer patients. If you would like to purchase a doek, contact the Durban CANSA Care Centre on 031 205 9525.
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