How October & the pink colour became Associated with Breast Cancer Awareness Month The event started as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) in October of 1985. This was a partnership between the American Cancer Society and the pharmaceutical division of Imperial Chemical Industries to promote mammograms as the most effective tool to fight breast cancer. With the help of former First Lady and breast cancer survivor, Betty Ford, the week-long breast cancer awareness initiative kicked off. Betty Ford was diagnosed with breast cancer while her husband, Gerald Ford, was President of the United States. Because of this, Betty was able to bring more attention to the disease. Charlotte Haley created handmade peach-colored loops to honor her mother, her sister and her grandmother who had each battled breast cancer. She would distribute sets of five ribbons with a card stating The National Cancer Institute annual budget is $1.8 billion, only 5 percent goes to cancer prevention. Help us wake up our legislators and America by wearing this ribbon. When Penney learned of Haleyβs efforts, she reached out and offered national support. Haley turned it down stating this partnership was too commercial and Haley wanted to stick to a grassroots approach.
With Haleyβs rejection of the offer, pink became the color associated with the ribbon initiative started by Self Magazine and EstΓ©e Lauder. From then on, the ribbon and pink garnered support from a growing number of organizations and has become widely recognized as the symbol for breast cancer awareness. | | Goodbye ISSL; Enter OneLink! From ISSL to OneLink! Last Wednesday, ISSL unveiled its evolution to OneLink during a magnificent celebration at the House of Digital Art in Port Louis. The elegant evening brought together the company's valued partners, clients, distinguished guests and dedicated colleagues to mark this momentous milestone. Under the striking digital installations of this contemporary venue, OneLink celebrated an exciting new chapter in the company's journey. The event served as a perfect platform to express profound gratitude to all stakeholders for their unwavering trust and support throughout the years, while showcasing OneLink's bold vision for the future of corporate, secretarial and registry services in Mauritius. Thank you to everyone who made this event a success! π | | | | | | | | | Rebranding event: Behind the scenes! Who knew rebranding could be such an adventure? The transformation from ISSL to OneLink was a masterpiece of meticulous planning and seamless execution at the House of Digital Art. In the weeks leading up to the event, our teams worked tirelessly through detailed planning sessions and rehearsals, coordinating every aspect from technical requirements to guest experience. A massive thank you to every single superhero who made this event possible. Your energy, laughter, and dedication made this transformation truly unforgettable! π | | | | Pink October: Standing together against breast cancer This afternoon's gathering on Level 3 was a testament to the incredible spirit of our workplace family and support to those suffering from breast cancer. The support shown by our staff was overwhelming β from creative pink accessories to fully coordinated pink outfits. π©· The office was transformed into a haven of hope with beautiful pink decorations, inspirational messages of courage and support, creating a touching atmosphere that resonated deeply with everyone present. A special thank you to our talented decorating team who worked tirelessly to create such a meaningful and uplifting environment. Thank you to everyone who participated and made this day so special. Remember, your pink ribbons aren't just accessories β they're symbols of hope, support, and solidarity. π | | | | | | On 7th to 9th October 2024, Shamin A. Sookia, Managing Director of Perigeum Capital Ltd, attended the AFSIC 2024 conference in London, where he had the opportunity to moderate the Infrastructure Africa panel: "On the Move: Charting the Course for Accelerated Transportation Impact." It was an insightful panel with insightful contributions and conversations on the future of Africa's transportation infrastructure. The audience was able to learn more about the potential for e-mobility to transform the transportation landscape in Africa, creating sustainable and impactful solutions for the future. | This week, Willem du Preez, ITL's Executive Director, participated as a panelist at the annual STEP Mauritius Conference at the Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa. Willem contributed to an insightful discussion on the taxation of Mauritian non-resident trusts and foundations. This yearβs conference featured a strong lineup of speakers and sessions covering key topics such as succession planning, global tax compliance, ESG, and the role of AI in transforming trust and estate practices. | | Intercompany Bowling Tournamentπ Our ITL Team A just rolled their way into the semi-finals with an electrifying performance at Strike City on Thursday! Both ITL Team A and ITL Team B showed incredible spirit and sportsmanship throughout the tournament. Big shout-out to both of them for giving us such an exciting match at the Inter Company Tournament. Team A, we're all rooting for you in the semi-finals! π³ | | | CASS: Celebrating Khusbhoo's success & Divali!
The CASS team embraced the festive spirit of Divali, transforming their workspace into a vibrant celebration of light and joy. Team members came together to share traditional sweets, exchange warm wishes, and enjoy the cultural significance of this beautiful festival. The team surprised Khushboo with a graduation celebration! The team members couldn't help but feel proud of their colleague who successfully juggled work while pursuing her Master's degree. Now that's what we call a superstar! π Congratulations, Khushboo! Your dedication and hard work have truly paid off. Here'S to your amazing achievement! π | | | | Team Amethyst Team Building
Last Saturday, Team Amethyst enjoyed an unforgettable adventure at L'Ile aux Fourneaux. This team building proved to be the perfect way for strengthening team bonds. | | | | | |
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