This October, we wore pink & raised money

20/10/23 Wavenet
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Wear it Pink 2023

 

At Wavenet, we want to make an impact in the communities where we work by supporting the people, places, and causes that are important to our colleagues.

 

This October, Wavenet supported the Breast Cancer Now Foundation through The Great Place To Work Group, and joined in the Wear It Pink 2023 fundraiser.

 

Breast Cancer Now's Wear It Pink day is one of the biggest fundraising events in the UK. Taking place in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, thousands of amazing people will wear it pink in their communities, schools or workplaces, to help make life-changing research and care happen.

 

Since the beginning of October, when the fundraising campaign was launched, we have exceeded our target of £500, and 68 of our Wavenet colleagues have donated in support of the cause, demonstrating such dedication, enthusiasm, and generosity that will have a significant impact in the fight against cancer.

 

"One of Wavenet's core values is to help our communities, and we are proud that so many of our colleagues have chosen to get involved and support this important cause, that provides life-changing research", said Alexandra Stephenson, Head of Communications at Wavenet and Great Place To Work representative.

 

If you wish to get involved and can help the Breast Cancer Now Foundation with a donation, please click here. Any amount, large or small, will help make life-changing research and care happen.

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