About Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month
September is recognized nationwide as Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. This is a dedicated time to raise awareness for all gynecologic cancers, including ovarian, cervical, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancers.
Throughout the month, OCRA joins forces with patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers to amplify our voices. We focus on educating the public about risks and symptoms, highlighting the urgent need for more research funding, and honoring the countless individuals and families affected by these diseases.
Ovarian Cancer and Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Colors
The official awareness color for gynecologic cancer is purple, while the color for ovarian cancer specifically is teal. Displaying these colors is a simple yet powerful way to show your support and start a conversation.
How You Can Get Involved This September
This September, you have the power to make a real impact on the fight against ovarian and gynecologic cancers. Whether you have five minutes or more to give, here are the most effective ways to join our cause and support patients, families, and researchers.
Donate to Drive Research
Your gift has power. Every donation helps us reach our $300,000 September fundraising goal, which directly funds breakthrough research, advocacy for our community, and support programs for patients and their families.
Start a Fundraiser
Become an OCRA Hero by turning your passion into purpose. Starting a personal or community fundraiser is a powerful way to raise awareness and critical funds. We have all the tools you need to get started.
Spread Awareness Online
Ovarian cancer has no early detection test, making awareness and prevention information vital. Use our Ovarian & Gynecologic Cancer Social Media Toolkits below to share life-saving information about risk factors, genetic testing, and prevention with your network.
Get Inspired & Be a Real-Life OCRA Hero
Fundraising for OCRA is a great way to make an impact this September. Get inspired by Erin M., an OCRA Hero turning passion into purpose.
Erin, a 911 dispatcher in the Chicago suburbs, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in May 2024. This September, she’s turning her diagnosis into a mission to raise awareness and support research that can bring us closer to a cure.
On September 6th, Erin is hosting an OCRA fundraiser in her community, and the support has been overwhelming. Police, fire, and dispatch teams from three departments have rallied behind her — wrapping a patrol car with an ovarian cancer awareness design, wearing teal duty shirts all month, organizing t-shirt sales, and making generous donations.
Whether organizing an event, sharing a personal fundraising page, or finding another way to make a difference, your efforts can bring hope and resources to those affected by ovarian cancer.
Start your fundraiser today. Have questions? Send us an email and we’ll help you get started.
Ovarian & Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month Social Media Toolkits
As we strive for better treatments and a cure, advocate for our community, and support those facing this disease, prevention is a critical tool in the fight against ovarian cancer. We need you to help spread the word about ovarian cancer risk factors, genetic testing and prevention. OCRA also provides free genetic testing for those who qualify.
Ovarian Cancer Prevention & Risk Graphics
Right-click and save to download these risk and prevention graphics, and share on your social media channels to educate more women. Scroll down to find sample captions to copy and paste into your posts.
Caption 1:
It’s Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Take action now to reduce your ovarian cancer risk—it could save your life: https://ocrahope.org/for-patients/prevention-risk
Caption 2:
Ovarian cancer has no early detection test—but a breakthrough prevention method is saving lives: https://ocrahope.org/for-patients/prevention-risk
Gynecologic Cancer Facts Graphics
Right-click and save to download these infographics, and share on your social media channels to spread the word about gynecologic cancer risk factors and proactive steps to take today. Scroll down to find sample captions to copy and paste into your posts.
Caption 1:
Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month is here. Be proactive—know your risk and next steps: https://ocrahope.org/for-patients/gynecologic-cancers
Caption 2:
Prevention is key in fighting gynecologic cancers. Empower yourself & others with this vital information: https://ocrahope.org/for-patients/gynecologic-cancers
About Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance
OCRA is the largest global organization dedicated to fighting ovarian and gynecologic cancers while supporting patients and families. Since 1994, OCRA has invested over $137 million in research, helped secure $3.8 billion in federal research and education funding, and supports 95,000 individuals annually.
In 2025, OCRA saw an 80% increase in grant applications — proof that our momentum is real and growing. Learn more about our research, our FREE support and education programs for survivors and loved ones, and our advocacy initiatives.
World Ovarian Cancer Day
World Ovarian Cancer Day, observed annually on May 8th, is a significant global event dedicated to raising awareness about ovarian cancer. On this day, organizations, survivors, and supporters come together to educate the public about risks, prevention, and symptoms importance of ovarian cancer.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month is observed every September.
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The awareness ribbon color for ovarian cancer is teal.
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The awareness color for gynecologic cancer is purple, and the color for ovarian cancer is teal.
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The primary symbol for ovarian cancer awareness is a teal ribbon.
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