Renowned Malaysian fashion designer Melinda Looi has pulled out all the stops with her vibrant Melpowering Pink breast cancer awareness campaign, joining forces with several influential Malaysian creatives and businesses for a noble cause.

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Teaming up with nearly ten organisations and prominent personalities such as Nini Marini, sibling influencer duo Jestinna Kuan and Christinna Kuan, calligraphy artist Jace Neo, Nathalie Gourmet Studio’s Chef Nathalie and others in a month-long series of exciting charity workshops and events to raise funds for Cancer Research Malaysia.

Held at Eslite Spectrum, the charity workshops will feature sharing sessions by breast cancer survivors and caregivers and sessions by artists and renowned figures, happening this Saturday and Sunday, October 7 and 8, from 10.30am to 7.30pm. Looi has also partnered with the Kuan sisters to offer a range of breast cancer awareness merchandise on her website, including tote bags, T-shirts, twilly scarves, and brooches.

Even local and international businesses have enthusiastically supported the Melpowering Pink campaign. Exciting brands like Love18 Chocolates, Bloop, Relax, Tea Bird Tea, Satay Sumo, and Candle Pit Stop have collectively introduced various pink-themed products in solidarity with the cause. These delightful offerings will be accessible for purchase at the Melinda Looi Concept Store in Eslite Starhill, and a portion of the proceeds from these sales will be channelled towards the vital work of Cancer Research Malaysia.

Register for any one of the Melpowering Pink workshops by contacting +6012-2940 298 or visiting melindalooi.com

Founded in 2010, Tea Republic seeks to redefine the traditional tea experience through personalised tea gifts and exquisite blended teas. This month, Tea Republic founder Sumita J.Singam-Takács has released a limited edition collection, The Pinktober Tea Gift Set, available exclusively in October. This collection features exquisite pink ceramic cups and saucers packaged in a sophisticated black and gold box.

The Tea Pyramid Gift Box is a unique offering, with three caffeine-free teas–Coral Sunset, Lavender Blue, and Rose Quartz–and a gold sakura teaspoon for a delightful tea experience. All proceeds from this collection support the Breast Cancer Welfare Association Malaysia. “We believe in the power of unity and giving back to the community,” Sumita explains. “The Pinktober Tea Gift Set is our way of supporting breast cancer awareness while providing a unique, luxury tea experience for our cherished customers.”

More information available at ttr.com.my

Co-founded by Asia’s Most Influential honouree Zikry Kholil, Incitement (an award-winning digital platform that enables transparent giving) has teamed up with four prominent cancer research NGOs in Malaysia, including the National Cancer Council Malaysia, the National Cancer Society of Malaysia, Pink Ribbon Wellness Foundation, and Breast Cancer Awareness Malaysia for a nationwide cancer awareness campaign this month.

This collaborative effort engages media, KOLs, and students from diverse universities and clubs to fundraise throughout the entire month. Together, their mission is to boost awareness, educate Malaysians, and gather donations to combat cancer, fostering a united front against this disease. So if you’re looking to support this cause financially or amplify your impact as a brand to raise funds and awareness of breast cancer in Malaysia, you can donate to Incitement's Cancer Awareness & Prevention Impact Fund or even start your own fundraiser on Incitement to raise funds from your community or network. 

More information is available at www.theincitement.com

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