DiscoverPhiladelphia Community PodcastInsight Pt. 2: Men’s Health Awareness Event, Women Against Abuse iPledge, Nicole Figueroa, Founder of Survivor, Warrior
Insight Pt. 2:  Men’s Health Awareness Event, Women Against Abuse iPledge, Nicole Figueroa, Founder of Survivor, Warrior

Insight Pt. 2: Men’s Health Awareness Event, Women Against Abuse iPledge, Nicole Figueroa, Founder of Survivor, Warrior

Update: 2025-09-17
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Today on the show, we bring you three powerful conversations centered on health, awareness, and empowerment in our communities.

🩺 Men’s Health Awareness Event
We’re joined by Dr. John Porter, Director of the Trauma Center at Cooper University Health Care, to discuss a life-saving event dedicated to men’s health. 📢 Attention, men—and those who love them!
Join us for a FREE Men’s Health Awareness Event:
  • Date & Time: Saturday, September 27, 2025 | 11 AM – 2 PM
  • Location: Malandra Hall Community Center, 1200 South Merrimac Rd., Camden, NJ 08104
  • Highlights:
    • Free health screenings, including PSA tests
    • Expert talks from medical leaders
    • Wellness resources & community support
💡 Why it matters: Black men are 67% more likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer—and twice as likely to die from it. Early detection saves lives.
 👉 Register / Info: Call or text (609) 922-9279
🌐 Hosted by MD Anderson at Cooper and the Camden County Cancer Screening Project
📱 Hashtags: #CamdenMenCheckIn #TheBallIsInYourCourt #EarlyDetectionSavesLives

💜 iPledge® 2025 – Women Against Abuse
 We also speak with Joanna Otero-Cruz, Executive Director of Women Against Abuse, as the organization launches its 18th annual iPledge® campaign during Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). 📢 Event Information:
  • What: iPledge® 2025 – Press conference, rally, & resource fair
  • When: Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | 12 PM EST
  • Where: Courtyard of Philadelphia City Hall
  • Theme: HOPE – a reminder that a safer, better future is possible when we work together
  • Highlights:
    • Survivor speaker Megan
    • 2025 Social Impact Award honoring PA House Speaker Joanna E. McClinton
    • Remarks by community leaders
    • Performance by Drexel’s 8 to the Bar a cappella group
🌟 Other DVAM Events:
  • Paint Philly Purple – October 16, 2025: Wear purple, post selfies, and use #PaintPhillyPurple.
  • City Council Proclamation – October 23, 2025: 10 AM at City Hall.
🌐 Learn more: www.womenagainstabuse.org
📱 Social Media:

✨ Survivor, Warrior with Nicole Figueroa
Finally, we’re joined by Nicole Figueroa, Founder of Survivor, Warrior—a mother of two, entrepreneur, and survivor who turned her personal experience into a mission of hope and empowerment. 📢 Upcoming Event:
  • 2nd Annual Domestic Violence Awareness Walk
  • Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2025
  • Location: Across the Ben Franklin Bridge
🌐 Website: www.survivorwarrior.org
📱 Social Media:
✨ Join Nicole’s journey, support her work, and walk in solidarity to spread awareness, break cycles, and bring hope to survivors everywhere.
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Insight Pt. 2:  Men’s Health Awareness Event, Women Against Abuse iPledge, Nicole Figueroa, Founder of Survivor, Warrior

Insight Pt. 2: Men’s Health Awareness Event, Women Against Abuse iPledge, Nicole Figueroa, Founder of Survivor, Warrior

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