Antananarivo, October 10, 2024 – Madagascar’s textile industry turned pink as ACTUAL TEXTILES reaffirmed its commitment to the fight against breast cancer. A key player in the sector, the company organized a day of awareness and screening, strengthening its position as a socially responsible leader.
Textile in Madagascar: A Matter of Health and Solidarity
In Madagascar, the textile sector is a vital economic pillar, employing a predominantly female workforce. Aware of its impact, ACTUAL TEXTILES has made the health of its employees a top priority by partnering with OSTIE for a large-scale awareness campaign. The goal? To inform, educate, and encourage early detection—an essential weapon in the fight against breast cancer.
A Day of Commitment and Prevention
Within its facilities, the company implemented a series of concrete actions:
✔ Educational conference: Presentation on risks, prevention, and the importance of screening.
✔ Free screening: Breast palpation exams performed by healthcare professionals.
✔ Self-exam workshop: Practical training to help employees adopt the right habits for early detection.
This initiative gave many employees access to early screening, further reinforcing the company’s workplace wellness policies.
A Strong Commitment from Management
Present at the event, Mezbine HIRIDJEE and Ilann HIRIDJEE, key executives at ACTUAL TEXTILES, emphasized their commitment:
💬 “Employee health is our top priority. By launching initiatives like this, we actively contribute to a more humane and responsible textile industry in Madagascar.”
ACTUAL TEXTILES: An Ethical and Committed Textile Leader
By fully embracing Pink October, ACTUAL TEXTILES demonstrates that the textile industry can successfully combine economic growth and social responsibility. More than just an employer, the company is positioning itself as a driver of change, working toward a safer and more inclusive work environment.
Through this commitment, ACTUAL TEXTILES shows that every piece produced in its workshops carries strong human values, helping to promote Madagascar’s textile industry far beyond its borders.
