The Much Anticipated Pink Awards 2024 Returns During Breast Cancer
Awareness Month with Star-Studded Honorees and Performances
The stellar event honoring courage, advocacy, and change will be hosted
by Carl Payne and Kenny Burns in Atlanta, October 12, 2024
Atlanta, GA – September 2024 – Breast cancer survivor and Black women’s health and wellness advocate April Love will commemorate October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month with the highly anticipated return of the The Pink Awards at 7 p.m on Saturday, October 12, inside the TheaterPlex at The House of House Atlanta, 4650 Flat Shoals Parkway, Decatur, GA 30034.
Hosted by Carl Payne, actor, producer, and director, and Kenny Burns, author, brand developer, and marketer, the prestigious ceremony features a powerhouse lineup of honorees representing a diverse range of fields and passions, united by their commitment to change and empowerment: including:
- The Visionary: Queen Afua – Holistic Health Expert, Wellness Coach, and New York Times Best-Selling Author
- The Samaritan: Terrence Lester, PhD – Public Scholar, Community Activist, and Founder of Love Beyond Walls
- The Game Changers: Devon Franklin – Hollywood Producer, Motivational Speaker, and New York Times Best-Selling Author; and Dr. Holly Davis-Carter – Producer, Writer, and CEO of Relevè Entertainment
- The Trailblazer: Bishop William Murphy III – Lead Pastor of The dReam Center Church of Atlanta, Grammy and Dove Award-nominated gospel artist
- The Warrior: LaSonjia "LJ" Jack – Author, Speaker, and Sports Team Owner
“Hosting The Pink Awards is deeply personal and healing for me,” says April Love, founder and executive producer of the event. “As a breast cancer survivor in remission for 13 years, I have experienced firsthand the disparities in healthcare for Black women. This event is my way of advocating for equitable access to breast cancer education and treatment, while honoring the courage of those battling cancer daily.”
Breast cancer is the most diagnosed cancer worldwide, with over 310,000 new cases expected in the U.S. this year. Research from the National Institutes of Health reveals that Black women are disproportionately impacted by breast cancer, often developing the disease at a younger age and being twice as likely as White women to develop aggressive subtypes, such as triple-negative breast cancer. Despite these increased risks, Black women remain underrepresented in genetic research and clinical studies.
The Pink Awards and Touch Black Breast Cancer Alliance are partnering organizations thriving to bring attention to these disparities and support survivors through the amplified and collective voices of patients, survivors, healthcare professionals, and advocates working collaboratively to close the gaps in breast breast cancer education and treatment for Black women, and eradicate breast cancer among Black women.
The Pink Awards is a leading event of its kind offering an evening of Black excellence from the pink carpet arrivals at 7:00 p.m. immediately followed by the awards ceremony, where honorees share their stories of triumph and perseverance.
For more information on The Pink Awards 2024, including sponsorship opportunities, or to purchase tickets, please visit https://www.thepinkawards.com or contact team@askaprillove.com.
About April Love:
April Love was diagnosed with Stage 3 ductal carcinoma breast cancer on Christmas Eve in 2009, changing her life drastically. Today, she is blessed to be a 13-year survivor and uses her testimony to bring awareness and education to Black women and shine a light on this devastating, life-threatening disease. Her annual Pink Awards continue to serve as a testament to her commitment to celebrating life, love, and survival.
About The Pink Awards:
The Pink Awards Foundation was founded by April Love as a platform to honor survivors, patients, and advocates in the fight against breast cancer, with a special focus on the Black community. Now in its 6th year, The Pink Awards continues to raise awareness of healthcare disparities while celebrating those who have overcome incredible challenges.
