The fight against melanoma takes center stage as the Neil Evans Melanoma Foundation (NEMF) proudly announces the national launch of the Beat Melanoma brand on Sunday 17 September, in Coogee, NSW.
The milestone event will be marked by two inspiring activities aimed at raising awareness around the dangers of melanoma and the vital work of NEMF in supporting Australian melanoma patients to overcome financial barriers to beat their disease.
Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk: Stepping Forward To #BeatMelanoma
North Bondi SLSC @ 7am, 17 September 2023
Join NEMF’s band of supporters for the Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk, an unforgettable journey along Sydney’s iconic coastline. Departing from North Bondi SLSC at 7am (meet at 6.45am), the walk is both a tribute to Neil Evans’ legacy and a call to arms to all Australians to commit to regular skin checks.
Participants will wind their way south along the 6km route from Bondi, pausing at Bronte for refreshments before heading on towards Coogee, where the group is expected to arrive approximately 9am.
Sonia Nazaretian, founder of the Neil Evans Melanoma Foundation: “Neil fought long and hard against melanoma and is the guiding spirit of both the Foundation and the Beat Melanoma initiative. So, too, he will guide us on the day as we embrace Sydney’s stunning coastline to honour his memory and spotlight the urgency of melanoma awareness as we continue the important work to support patients.”
Beat Melanoma Spring Launch
Coogee Beach promenade (north side, adjacent to parking lot and barbecues)
9.00am – 10.30am, 17 September 2023
Following the Coastal Walk, the focus shifts to Coogee Beach for the Beat Melanoma Spring launch barbecue.
“We are so excited to introduce Beat Melanoma to the community,” Sonia says. “Neil loved Coogee. His final resting place is nearby. Beat Melanoma will play a pivotal role in our ongoing efforts to support Australian melanoma patients through the Foundation.”
Coogee Beach will be the backdrop for the event featuring a sausage sizzle, refreshments, light entertainment, and giveaways. The launch is designed to be not only a celebration of Australians’ collective love for warm weather and the great outdoors but also a warning, as we embrace Spring, of the need for far greater awareness around the sun safety and deadly nature of melanoma, especially in young people.
Sonia adds: “Every 30 minutes, an Australian is diagnosed with melanoma. It’s the leading cancer in the 20-39 years age group. So our collective determination to beat melanoma is stronger than ever.
“On behalf of Neil Evans Melanoma Foundation, Beat Melanoma symbolises hope and the great power of the wider community – and with them, all Australians – to come together for a crucial cause.”
We hope you can join us!
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