CHICAGO (WLS) -- Women gathered Monday in Chicago to launch an effort to raise awareness and funds for women-led cancer research.
The American Cancer Society ResearcHERS: Women Fighting Cancer program aims to also encourage women to pursue careers in STEM fields to help fight cancer.
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This elite group of ambassadors includes top scientists from Northwestern Medicine, University of Chicago and UIC.
"I'm excited about researchers and this movement to shine a light. Mostly I'm excited about this because it empowers women leaders. You, in the room, to make a difference," said one of the speakers.
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The initiative is being launched in 15 markets across the country.
The Illinois group hopes to raise over $300,000 for cancer research.