Imagine a world where the power of sport transcends the field, uniting communities to save lives. In an inspiring show of solidarity, the DHL Stormers have joined us for a donor recruitment drive at their training facility led by DKMS Africa Rugby Ambassador, Seabelo Senatla.
Cape Town, October 22, 2024 - With the goal to drive meaningful change, players took a stand by registering as potential stem cell donors, fully embracing their role as advocates for a cause that impacts so many lives, leveraging their platform to encourage fans and the broader community to join the fight against blood cancer.
Palesa Mokomele, DKMS Africa’s Head of Community Engagement and Communications, sees this collaboration as a pivotal moment for the organization. “Through the DHL Stormers taking charge and supporting our cause, we hope to inspire more people to register as stem cell donors, positively impacting the lives of blood cancer patients we can potentially save through transplant.”
Duncan Cruickshank, Head of Player Affairs at DHL Stormers, echoed the initiative’s significance: “We are more than just a sports team; we are part of this community. Blood cancers and disorders affect many lives, and it’s crucial that we use our platform to support those battling these illnesses. We hope our voice will inspire others to step up and help.”
The club’s involvement has ignited important conversations among fans, with players leading by example. Seabelo Senatla, a player and DKMS Africa ambassador, passionately stated, “We’ve always had the support of our fans, and now it’s our turn to support a cause that can save lives. Being able to make a life-saving difference is something truly special.”
The commitment of the DHL Stormers to this cause underscores the powerful role that sports organizations can play in raising awareness and driving meaningful change in their communities. By rallying behind blood cancer awareness, they are not just scoring points on the field but also touching the hearts of those affected.
So, what will your next move be? Will you join us in this life-saving mission? Together, we can make a difference.
Register today at https://www.dkms-africa.org/register-now.
Make a donation at https://www.dkms-africa.org/get-involved/donate-money
For more information, contact DKMS Africa on 0800 12 10 82.