Shades of Survival documentary film
Across three continents, women’s voices rise to break the silence on breast cancer

Across three continents, women’s voices rise to break the silence on breast cancer

Shades of Survival is a multi-award-winning documentary, directed by David Ayeni. The film is powering global efforts for greater health equity and awareness in breast cancer, through screenings and education initiatives in three continents. The film explores the experiences of Black women diagnosed with breast cancer across continental Africa, the UK, and the USA. Through deeply personal interviews and expert insights, Shades of Survival examines the healthcare inequities Black women face at every step of their journey, while celebrating their courage and advocating for change.
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Shades of Survival is a self-funded film, made by Director David Ayeni, after losing two of his dear friends to breast cancer. The film launched in October 2025. Since then, it has been viewed in the Houses of Parliament and by medical organisations and patient communities across three continents, winning multiple awards for its film-making and social impact.