An afternoon of live music, storytelling and relaxed conversation is set to help break the silence around breast cancer.
The Girls’ Bathroom, a free community-led event in Shoreditch, aims to encourage open discussions about breast cancer in a welcoming, culturally relevant setting.
Taking place from 12pm to 4pm on July 18 at Unlocked Shoreditch, 118 Curtain Road, the event is a collaboration between the NHS North East London Cancer Alliance and Touchy-Feely, the UK's leading creative and cultural cancer organisation.
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Cyret White, senior project manager at North East London Cancer Alliance, said: "Research shows us that women from ethnic minority communities face later cancer diagnosis, poorer health outcomes and barriers to accessing culturally competent information and support.
"The Girls’ Bathroom aims to help close that gap by bridging these conversations directly into the community in a way that feels human, relatable and free from clinical intimidation. The event is free and open to all, so please come along on the day – there'll be an opportunity to meet Nellie, enjoy the live music and have informal conversations with NHS professionals in a relaxed setting."
The event will feature immersive installations, informal conversations, and direct access to healthcare professionals. It promotes body awareness, early detection, and healthy advocacy, particularly within Black and ethnically diverse communities.
Touchy-Feely was founded by Nellie Gbadebo, a breast cancer survivor and creative strategist, who was diagnosed at 26 while raising three children under the age of three.
Ms Gbadebo said: "Touchy-Feely is incredibly proud to be partnering with NHS North East London Cancer Alliance to bring The Girls’ Bathroom to east London.
"This partnership represents what's possible when healthcare meets culture. It reflects a shared commitment to making breast health information more accessible, culturally relevant and community-led, particularly for underserved communities."
The Girls’ Bathroom takes place during Ethnic Minority Cancer Awareness Month.
Sharon Hodgson MP, Health Minister, added: "Events like The Girls’ Bathroom are breaking down barriers to talking about cancer, bringing trusted advice into communities and giving people the confidence to come forward early, when treatment is most effective."
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