Our story
Born from loss, built on hope
The Natu Suzie Hope (NASH) Foundation exists so that no woman faces late diagnosis, stigma or the cost of care alone.
“NASH Foundation was born when I lost 7 family members to cancer.”
In 2019, I discovered that two of my aunties had stage 4 breast cancer, both of which could have been caught earlier.
Early detection, which is what I advocate for, would have saved so many women including my relatives. My aunt might still be here today if there hadn’t been fear or stigma attached to the disease, and if there had been more awareness and education about breast cancer. The foundation was created to honour her legacy and ensure that no woman faces what she endured.
Suzie Natu Kure
Convener
Suzie is a financial crime analyst, entrepreneur and humanitarian. She holds a degree in Political Science from Adelphi University in New York and is pursuing a Master’s in Global Development and Social Justice at St. John’s University.
Our vision
Turn every warrior into a survivor in Nigeria and beyond. Breast cancer is not a death sentence. Early detection saves lives.
Our mission
Provide free breast cancer screening to as many women as possible
Provide free drugs and medical follow-ups
Provide medical services such as chemotherapy, biopsies, and other services required for full recovery
Create more awareness of the benefits of early detection and treatment
Why northern Nigeria?
Access to care is poor, especially for cancer patients. Stigma, fear and myth keep women from treatment, even after a diagnosis. We go where our help is needed most.
- The society
- Myths about breast cancer run deep, especially in northern Nigeria, and stigma has made it look like a death sentence for anyone diagnosed.
- The environment
- Unlike malaria, where the cause is known, breast cancer has no single known cause. Many parts of the world have advanced in tackling it, while northern Nigeria has been left far behind.
- The funding
- We are a self-sponsored foundation, so we are limited by the resources available. The work to be done is greater than the resources we have.
Our team
Dr Kaffi Silas
Head Doctor
Patience
Project Coordinator / Admin
Dr Yau
Volunteer
Mrs Naomi Kure
Matron
