Aflac, Uplift Her and the African American Male Wellness Agency welcome Grammy-nominated artist Raheem DeVaughn to promote wellness and cancer screenings

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Aflac (NYSE:AFL) is partnering with Uplift Her and the African American Male Wellness Agency to support the Uplift Her – Wellness Experience, a free women’s wellness event on June 24 in Columbus, Ohio.

The event features health screenings, expert talks, and a sponsored performance by Raheem DeVaughn, aligning with Aflac’s check for cancer movement to increase screenings by 10% over 10 years.

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This announcement extends AFL’s cancer-screening mission via a large wellness event and a goal to lift screenings by 10%. It fits prior awareness initiatives, while ongoing secondary-share resales by a major holder remain a separate overhang to monitor.

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Screening goal: 10% increase Avoiding screenings: 59% of Americans Delaying checkups: 94% of Americans +2 more

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Screening goal 10% increase Targeted rise in cancer screenings over the next 10 years

Avoiding screenings 59% of Americans 2025 Aflac Wellness Matters Survey respondents avoiding important health screenings

Delaying checkups 94% of Americans 2025 Aflac Wellness Matters Survey respondents delaying a checkup or recommended screening

Event date June 24 Uplift Her – Wellness Experience at Greater Columbus Convention Center

Event time window 2–7 p.m. EDT Duration of the Uplift Her – Wellness Experience event

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5 past events · Latest: Jun 01 (Positive)

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Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Jun 01	Conference appearance	Positive	+1.4%	Management presenting at a major U.S. financials conference webcast.
May 01	Operational expansion	Positive	-0.7%	New South Portland office opened to administer Maine PFML program.
Apr 29	Quarterly earnings	Neutral	-2.2%	Release of 1Q26 financial results and capital return details.
Apr 29	CSR initiative	Positive	-0.1%	Launch of Check for Cancer Champions recognition and donation program.
Apr 23	Award recognition	Positive	+0.3%	Named American Cancer Society 2025 Corporate Partner of the Year.

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COLUMBUS, Ga., June 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aflac, a pioneer in cancer insurance and strong promoter of cancer screenings and early cancer detection, has teamed with Uplift Her and the African American Male Wellness Agency for a day of education, networking, music and fun for an important cause.

The collaboration centers on Uplift Her, an initiative of the AAMWA focused on women's health, empowerment, and encouraging proactive engagement in preventive care and wellness. AAMWA will host Uplift Her – Wellness Experience, bringing thousands of women together to prioritize their physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing. The event, which is open to all women in the community, takes place on June 24 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Ohio from 2 to 7 p.m. EDT. Aflac is sponsoring a performance by R&B artist Raheem DeVaughn.

"Uplift Her reflects the African American Male Wellness Agency's commitment to expanding access to preventive health education and wellness resources for women," said Dr. Pamela Gregory, co-founder of AAMWA and creator of Uplift Her. "Through this collaboration with Aflac, we are able to elevate awareness around early detection and provide women with meaningful opportunities to engage with their health in a positive and informed way."

The free event will feature entertaining performances and activities, as well as access to free health screenings and wellness activations. The experience will include a fireside chat featuring Dr. Gregory, American Cancer Society Executive Vice President, Kimberly Jackson, actress, producer, and entrepreneur Meagan Good, and Kimberly Blackwell, CEO of PMM Agency. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with leading wellness experts focused on cancer prevention and early detection.

"As a pioneer and leader in the cancer insurance space we are committed to urging Americans to take control of their health through our check for cancer program. We are pleased to play a role in community events like the Uplift Her Wellness Experience that will drive our message home: check for cancer," Aflac Incorporated and Aflac U.S. President Virgil Miller said. "But education can also be entertaining, so we are happy that R&B star Raheem DeVaughn is able to join the roster of entertainers, as we bring to life our message about how early detection is critical for better outcomes in the face of a cancer diagnosis."

Through its check for cancer movement, Aflac has set a mission of increasing cancer screenings across America by 10% over the next 10 years. According to the American Cancer Society 5-year survival rates for some cancers increase when detected early.¹  Unfortunately, the 2025 Aflac Wellness Matters Survey, however, shows that roughly three in five Americans (59%) admit to avoiding important health screenings, while nine in ten Americans (94%) say they have delayed a checkup or recommended health screening.

ABOUT AFLAC INCORPORATED
Aflac Incorporated (NYSE: AFL), a Fortune 500 company, has helped provide financial protection and peace of mind for more than seven decades to millions of policyholders and customers through its subsidiaries in the U.S. and Japan. In the U.S., Aflac is the No. 1 provider of supplemental health insurance products.² The company takes pride in being there for its policyholders when they need us most, as well as being included in the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for 20 consecutive years (2026) and Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies for 25 years (2026). In addition, the company became a signatory of the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) in 2021. To find out how to get help with expenses health insurance doesn't cover, get to know us at aflac.com or aflac.com/español. Investors may learn more about Aflac Incorporated and its commitment to corporate social responsibility and sustainability at investors.aflac.com under "Sustainability."

¹ American Cancer Society, https://crucialcatch.cancer.org/ accessed June 8, 2026
² LIMRA 2025 U.S. Supplemental Health Insurance Total Market Report

Media contact: Jon Sullivan, 706-763-4813 or jsullivan@aflac.com

Analyst and investor contact: David A. Young, 706-596-3264, 800-235-2667 or dyoung@aflac.com

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FAQ

What is the Uplift Her – Wellness Experience event supported by Aflac (NYSE:AFL) on June 24, 2026?

The Uplift Her – Wellness Experience is a free community event focused on women’s physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing. According to Aflac, it will run June 24 from 2–7 p.m. EDT at the Greater Columbus Convention Center with health screenings and wellness activities.

How is Raheem DeVaughn involved in the Aflac (AFL) Uplift Her wellness event?

Raheem DeVaughn is performing at the Uplift Her – Wellness Experience, sponsored by Aflac. According to Aflac, his appearance supports the message that education about cancer and early detection can be engaging while encouraging women to prioritize screenings and preventive care.

What is Aflac’s check for cancer movement and its screening goal?

Aflac’s check for cancer movement aims to increase cancer screenings across America by 10% over the next 10 years. According to Aflac, the initiative promotes early detection as critical for improving outcomes when cancer is diagnosed, using community events to spread this message.

What did the 2025 Aflac Wellness Matters Survey reveal about health screenings?

The 2025 Aflac Wellness Matters Survey found that about 59% of Americans avoid important health screenings. According to Aflac, 94% also reported delaying a checkup or recommended screening, highlighting the need for initiatives encouraging proactive preventive care and regular cancer checks.

Who organizes Uplift Her – Wellness Experience and what is its focus?

Uplift Her – Wellness Experience is hosted by the African American Male Wellness Agency through its Uplift Her initiative. According to Aflac, the program focuses on women’s health, empowerment, and proactive engagement in preventive care, offering education, screenings, and access to wellness experts.

What wellness resources will attendees find at the Aflac-supported Uplift Her event?

Attendees will have access to free health screenings, wellness activations, and a fireside chat with medical and wellness leaders. According to Aflac, experts will address cancer prevention, early detection and broader wellbeing topics, alongside entertainment and networking opportunities for women in the community.