World Gynaecological Oncology Day OvaCare

World Gynaecological Oncology Day (often called World GO Day), held annually on September 20th , unites patients, advocates, and health professionals globally to raise awareness of the five main gynaecological cancers (ovarian, cervical, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar) and dismantle the associated stigma.

In Ireland, a coalition of leading charities, patient advocates, and researchers collaborate under the Irish Network for Gynaecological Oncology (INGO) to host public campaigns, coordinate public landmark illuminations, and host informative webinars.

Key Irish Organizations & Global Networks

• OvaCare: An Irish patient-led charity that advocates for women affected by ovarian cancer . They are an active member of ENGAGe (the European Network of Gynaecological Cancer Advocacy Groups) .
• Irish Cancer Society: The national cancer charity providing direct support services, financial aid, and public education on gynaecological cancer screening and symptom recognition.
• Marie Keating Foundation: An Irish cancer charity that runs nationwide awareness campaigns—often using the BEAT symptoms initiative for ovarian cancer—and offers free survivorship and wellness programs.
• ENGAGe: Founded by the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO), ENGAGe is the premier European network of patient advocacy groups that established World GO Day.