9/18/2025

Sisters Network® Inc., the nation’s leading Black-led national breast cancer survivorship organization, will host the 2025 National Black Breast Cancer Summit October 3–5, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency-Galleria, 2626 Sage Rd., Houston, Texas.
The three-day summit is free and open to the public, bringing together medical experts, survivors, advocates, and community leaders to address the breast cancer crisis disproportionately impacting Black women across the United States. Registration is now available at www.sistersnetworkinc.org/events/2025-national-black-breast-cancer-summit.
Supported by Novartis, Gilead Oncology, Lilly, AstraZeneca Eisai, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Pfizer, Stemline, A Menarini Group Company, Genentech, and HEB, this year’s summit will focus on awareness, action, and solutions aimed at reducing disparities and saving lives.
Founded more than 30 years ago, Sisters Network® Inc. has led the national conversation on Black breast health through advocacy, outreach, and survivor support. The organization has awarded more than $2 million in financial assistance and mammogram support through its Karen E. Jackson Breast Cancer Assistance Program (BCAP).
Highlights of the 2025 summit include the Pretty in Pink Luncheon on Saturday, October 4, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. The luncheon will celebrate breast cancer survivors with a special live performance by acclaimed gospel artist Evvie McKinney, whose work has earned recognition in the Contemporary Christian Music category. Tickets are $100, with proceeds benefiting the BCAP program.
The event will conclude Sunday, October 5, with the Gospel Brunch and Celebration of Life at 9:00 a.m. Dr. Mia K. Wright, Co-Pastor of The Fountain of Praise Church in Houston, will deliver a message of faith and resilience, followed by a performance from award-winning gospel singers Vernon Jai and Greater.