Whittlesea Multicultural Community Council raise funds for cancer research

·

Despite the wet weather, up to 100 people attended the Whittlesea Multicultural Community Council’s (WMCC) 2nd Health and Wellbeing Forum and Cancer Fundraiser on Sunday, June 30 at the Greek Centre in Melbourne from 2pm.

This highly anticipated event offered the community an enriching experience, featuring a High Tea, engaging discussions, and a chance to raise funds to support cancer research and treatment.

Speakers on the day included Associate Professor Magda Simonis, medical GP specialist in women’s health; Wadzanai Nenzou, expert in financial protection from investment scams; Karen Bryant, cancer survivor; Professor Vasso Apostolopoulos, renowned cancer researcher; Ada Castles, specialist in cancer prevention and screening; and Anthea Sidiropoulos, advocate for wellbeing through music.

In a statement to The Greek Herald, President of the WMCC, Kris Pavlidis said she was “moved by the lived experiences of cancer survivors, shared by the presenters and audience members.”

“Karen Bryant spoke about being “the expert of your body” and confronting challenges when your symptoms are dismissed. Dr Magdalena reiterated the value in lifestyle health changes, Anthea highlighted the value of alternative therapy including music,” Ms Pavlidis said.

Elegant classical Indian performances by Shanthi Ramakrishnan embellished the event. Ms Pavlidis said funds were also raised on the day to go towards further research into the treatment of cancer.

“Sincere gratitude to Windsor Management, the Greek Community of Melbourne and Victoria, and the numerous sponsors for their support, which enabled the success of the event,” Ms Pavlidis concluded.

greek film festival sydney new

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

From Athens to Adelaide: Hellenic bonds strengthened at dinner for Loverdos

South Australia’s Greek community gathered at the Mortlock Chamber to honour visiting Deputy Minister Ioannis Loverdos.

Hellenic Lyceum of Sydney pays tribute to women of courage and resistance

The Hellenic Lyceum of Sydney hosted a deeply moving and meticulously researched presentation titled Greek Heroines of WWII.

Anemones in full bloom, 25 years of Greek dance and giving

The hall was brimming with warmth, laughter, dance, and homemade food; unmistakable signs you’d stepped into an Anemones celebration.

Sydney Olympic may be forced to drop new logo over Olympic symbol breach

Sydney Olympic FC may be forced to change its new logo after it was found to breach protections over official Olympic symbols.

Greek Australian community leader Nola Radiotis honoured with Senior Award

The Victorian Senior of the Year Awards took place at Government House on this Wednesday, October 22, 2025. 

You May Also Like

‘Learn to live with it’: Immunologist Connie Katelaris on living with COVID

When will children receive the vaccine? How will immunocompromised people navigate life with COVID? Dr. Connie Katelaris has the answers.

‘It’s a mistake’: Victorian Opposition Leader on La Trobe’s attempt to discontinue Greek Studies

Michael O'Brien MP has expressed his concern that La Trobe University’s attempt to discontinue Modern Greek Studies is a ‘mistake.’

Tassos Evgeniou: The Greek Australian who has collected hundreds of signed football jerseys

Greek Australian Tassos Evgeniou has collected not one, not two, not three, but over 400 jerseys and autographs and it doesn't stop there.