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"SURVIVORSHIP: A Celebration of Life Beyond the Struggle" 

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"Yesterday I dared to struggle. Today, I dare to win."

—Bernadette Devlin

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    Eta Nu Nu celebrates woman and their struggle with cancer
    Judson L. Jeffries, PhD and Antonio Caffey

For the third year in a row, women from throughout the Columbus metropolitan area turned out for Eta Nu Nu’s signature Black History Month Event titled Survivorship: A Celebration of Life Beyond the Struggle. On Saturday February 22, 2025, nearly 200 women who have battled the deadly disease of breast cancer were honored and celebrated by the men of the Eta Nu Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.   As the program states, “You are the definition of resilience, courage, and grace. Your journey is one of strength, perseverance, and triumph, and today, we honor and celebrate YOU”.

Although the event centered on a very serious issue from which Black women suffer disproportionately, the atmosphere was festive thanks to the DJ who kept the mood light by playing many hits throughout the morning and early afternoon from the 1980s and 1990s, from Prince to Rick James. 

Especially moving was the keynote address by Mrs. Francine Crowley whose battle with cancer included losing her sister to the same deadly disease. Like keynote speakers before her, Crowley shared with the audience the psychological toll hearing the cancer had on her mentally and physically. Fortunately for Crowley, she had the unwavering support of her family, namely her doting husband who stood by her every step of the way.
Conversations this attendee had with women at the end of Crowley’s talk suggests they were inspired by her remarkable journey. They were also appreciative of the pampering they received during the event from manicures to massages of varying kind, not to mention the food provided. As in the past, women were provided with free measurements, fittings, prostheses, and mastectomy bras as well as free wraparound services tailored to each survivor.

At the end of the day a raffle was held with women winning a variety of different prizes, including items from Value City furniture. As the women filed out, each lady was handed a bouquet of roses. As people stood around chatting, exchanging contact information and wishing one another a good afternoon, many photos were snapped for posterity. This day was “about more than survival—it’s about thriving, embracing joy, knowing you are deeply loved and supported.”

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