Solidarity also in this year’s March of Christodoula, she showed British Bases Policeraising over €16,000.
The annual Christodoula March, held on Saturday and organized by the British Bases Police (BB), with the participation of the Deputy Minister of Shipping of the Republic of Cyprus, raised €16,000 for the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Association.
The charity walk, which this year marks its 21st year, took place in both the Eastern and Western regions of the BB and attracted hundreds of participants from 47 local communities.
The march in Limassol started from the BB Police Station in Akrotiri and ended at the square of Asoma village. The philharmonic and choir of the Municipality of Kouri, as well as various local groups and associations, also participated in the event.
In her statements during the event, the Deputy Minister of Shipping of the Republic of Cyprus, Marina Hatzimanoli, said: “The Procession of Christodoula it is a powerful symbol of solidarity and compassion, reminding us that collective action can make a real difference in supporting our fellow human beings and strengthening our society.
“The government of Nikos Christodoulidis is practically standing by the side of all those in need, supporting initiatives that promote social welfare, strengthen the resilience of communities and ensure that no individual or family is left without care, dignity and opportunity».
Expressing her thanks to all who participated, the Assistant Police Director of the BB in Akrotiri, Police Officer Melina Papagrigoriou, said: “Today’s march was a strong human chain of hope, generosity and compassion. I would like to express my sincere thanks to the Anti-Cancer Association for its tireless offer and long-term contribution, as well as to the Deputy Minister of Shipping, Mrs. Marina Hatzimanoli, for her support and warm presence.
“I also extend my warm thanks to the Municipality of Kouri for its significant contribution to the success of the march, as well as to all the communities and organized groups that participated. Your presence was not merely symbolic; it was substantial, moving and full of meaning. You brought life to this march and showed what true unity and solidarity means.
“Today we send a clear message: no one is alone. When we are united, we can support, give hope and strength to those who really need it. Thank you all.”
Christos Petridis from the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Association added: “The March of Christodoula, with 51 years of continuous presence, is a living symbol of solidarity, care and collective responsibility.
“It gives essential meaning to every action of the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Association, from palliative care and home nursing support, to psychological, social and physiotherapy support, patient transport, prevention and research programs.
“Every step has meaning for us. Every entry counts. Let’s join forces for solidarity, care and hope.”
Also, last week in BB Episkopi, a series of charity events were organized to support a Cypriot worker who is currently undergoing the second round of treatment for cancer, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy. All proceeds will go to Cancer Research UK and the Cyprus Cancer Society.
