About this Event
Welcome to the StrongHER NYC Summit 2026!
More Than Awareness. Real Answers. Real Support.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but awareness is only the beginning.
The StrongHER NYC Summit is a FREE community event designed to help women and families move beyond awareness through trusted breast health education, inspiring survivor stories, expert guidance, and meaningful community connections.
Whether you’re looking to better understand your breast health, learn about screening and prevention, support a loved one, or connect with local resources, this event is for you.
You’ll Experience
• Expert Panel featuring healthcare professionals
• Inspiring Survivor Voices
• Live Ask the Experts Q&A
• Community Resource Hub
• Breast health education
• Care navigation resources
• Meaningful community connections
Breast Cancer Expert Panelists:
Dr, Lisa Newman
Breast Cancer Surgeon
Breast Center at Weill Cornell Medicine
Dr. Minna Lee
Breast Surgeon
Memorial Sloan Kettering
Dr. Victoria Blinder
Breast Cancer Oncologist
Memorial Sloan Kettering
Dr. Meenakshi Sigireddi
Specialty: Clinical Genetics
NYU Langone
Survivor Voices:
Kisha Barton, MBA
Founder, Dorothy Delivers LLC
CEO, KBARTONPR
Tricia Griffith, PMP
Founder, PinkPowerSteps LLC
Patricia Robinson
Greater Jamaica Development Corporation (GJDC)
Nicole Miller
Founder, Blossoming Butterfly Inc.
Admission is FREE. Register today to reserve your spot and join us for an inspiring afternoon of education, connection, and hope.
If you’re able, please consider making a donation. Your generosity helps provide free breast health education, trusted community resources, and a welcoming event experience for every attendee.
Event venue & nearby stays
First Baptist Church East Elmhurst, 100-10 Astoria Boulevard, Queens, United States
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