Around 18,000 women get diagnosed for breast cancer on a yearly base in the Netherlands. Around 6,000 of the diagnoses are young women in the age between 25 and 50 years old. The number is growing. Women below 50 years old are not included in the annual breast cancer screening provided by the government. BUT THERE IS HOPE! A new way of breast cancer screening, which should become available to all age group is developed. It is currently preparing for real- life testing on women in Eindhoven. The YvYa foundation is helping raising funds to make this happen. Help donate, to make early and painless detection of breast cancer quickly available to all women of any age.

These 13 organizations are actively working to improve the lives of women and girls through healthcare access, education, legal rights, and social justice. Each brings a unique approach, demonstrating the diverse and essential ways gender equality is being advanced globally.

Join the IWD26 Global Charity Campaign – Give to Gain! Dear colleagues, As part of International Women’s Day 2026, we are excited to launch the IWD26 Global Charity Campaign – Give to Gain! Together, we have the power to make a real impact. Each ASML region – Korea, Taiwan, United States, and Europe – has selected local and preferred charities that matter most to our communities. We encourage everyone to actively contribute through our global platform BrightFunds.org. Your generosity will help us support causes that align with our values and create meaningful change. Every contribution counts – let’s show the strength of ASML by giving back together. Join us. Give to gain. Make an impact. ASML stands together for change. This International Women’s Day, join our Global Charity Campaign – Give to Gain! Support local charities through BrightFunds.org and make a real impact. Together, we give. Together, we gain.”