“Empowered women Empowered Societies.”
This powerful belief came alive on 2nd April 2025 at RSD Academy, Moradabad, as 128 passionate participants from the fields of nursing, pharmacy, and paramedical sciences came together to attend the Pink Angel – Empower Her Course, an initiative of the ICanCaRe Women Health Initiative.
The event was not just a training session — it was a celebration of female leadership in healthcare, a call to action, and a platform to create real change at the grassroots level.
🌟 What is the Pink Angel Initiative?
Launched by ICanCaRe, the Pink Angel program is a structured training and empowerment initiative designed to build a cadre of women healthcare workers who act as community health champions. These Pink Angels are trained to:
- Educate women about common health issues
- Promote early detection of cancers (especially breast, cervical, and oral)
- Facilitate access to healthcare and preventive strategies
- Break taboos and encourage conversations around women’s health
The course has already created ripples of change across several cities in India — and Moradabad just joined the movement with a wave of enthusiasm.
🎤 Inaugural Session – A Warm Welcome
The event began with an inspiring welcome address by Dr. Garima Sharma, Convenor of the Moradabad program and Director at RSD Hospital. She emphasized the importance of reaching out to underserved women and was thrilled to host the program at RSD Academy.
🩷 A Chief Guest Who Walked the Talk
The event’s highlight was the deeply personal and moving address by Dr. Gurusahran Kumar, a cancer winner and the day’s Chief Guest. Her powerful message touched the hearts of all present:
“Early detection saved my life. Now it’s your turn to save others.”
She urged the newly trained Pink Angels to become advocates in their homes, clinics, and communities — changing one life at a time.
💡 Introducing the Pink Angel Philosophy
Prof. Dr. Pawan Gupta, M.Ch., Senior Director of Surgical Oncology at Max Vaishali and Founder of ICanCaRe, introduced the Pink Angel concept with passion and clarity. He described Pink Angels as the bridge between medical expertise and community awareness. He reminded participants that common women’s health issues often go unnoticed — until it’s too late — and that Pink Angels are vital in changing that narrative.
Dt. Sonal Bhatia, Co-Convenor and a senior nutritionist, shared stories of her own experience supporting women through simple nutritional interventions. She highlighted the emotional strength and empathy women bring when supporting one another, making the Pink Angel mission truly women-led and community-focused.
Dr. Rashi Agrawal, Senior Clinical Oncologist and Director at ICanCaRe Women Health Initiative, shared her commitment to enrolling more Pink Angels across India. She emphasized the importance of this network in increasing screening, vaccination, and awareness in both urban and rural belts.
🩺 The Four Pillars of Women’s Health – Course Highlights
The training program included four engaging and interactive expert sessions:
1️⃣ Breast Health and Cancer
Speaker: Dr. Rashi Agrawal
Covered signs of breast cancer, myths around mammograms, and methods for self-examination. The talk empowered participants to teach these skills in their communities.
2️⃣ Oral Health and Tobacco
Speaker: Prof. Dr. Pawan Gupta
Revealed the strong connection between oral hygiene, tobacco habits, and oral cancers. He encouraged participants to screen regularly and educate others using simple visual aids.
3️⃣ Cervical Cancer and Vaccination
Speaker: Dr. Rashi Agrawal
Explained the importance of HPV vaccination and early screening, especially in adolescent girls. Her talk made cervical cancer feel less intimidating and more preventable.
4️⃣ Nutrition, Vitamin D & Osteoporosis Prevention
Speaker: Dt. Sonal Bhatia
Provided real-world advice on using local foods to boost immunity, bone strength, and overall health. She also raised awareness on Vitamin D deficiency — a silent epidemic among Indian women.
🎓 Certificates and a Sense of Purpose
At the conclusion of the course, all 128 participants received official certificates acknowledging their commitment to women’s health. The course was conducted in partnership with:
- MAX Institute of Medical Education (MIME)
- ICanCaRe Academy
- RSD Hospital & Academy, Moradabad
📸 Capturing the Movement
The energy and inspiration from the event were beautifully captured in photographs, now available here:
👉 📸 Photo Album
🌈 Final Thoughts
The Pink Angel movement is more than a training—it’s a transformation. Each woman who attended now carries the knowledge, confidence, and commitment to make a difference. In households, clinics, and streets of Moradabad, we now have 128 empowered women ready to protect, educate, and uplift others.
As this network grows, so does the hope of a healthier, more informed society. The future of women’s health lies not just in hospitals, but in the hearts of women helping women.
