For ten years, people affected by cancer have helped shape our work. Explore key milestones and see how your voices have influenced strategy, research and involvement.
People affected by cancer helped shape Nothing Should Stand in the Way, a research collaboration report influencing policymakers and calling for stronger international partnerships to improve patient outcomes.
People affected by cancer co-developed Life Beyond Cancer, a dedicated webpage offering information and support for people after treatment and loved ones supporting family members.
People affected by cancer helped shape our genomics policy work, sharing experiences and perspectives to inform recommendations for government and health leaders on cancer care.
People affected by cancer shared experiences of unpaid caring, helping us better understand carers' roles, challenges and support needs when accessing cancer information and services.
People affected by cancer joined a new clinical trial governance panel, helping shape future participation and influencing trial design, development and decision-making through their lived experience.
"The patient involvement team makes the process of being involved with the group easy. You feel that you’re making a real difference. We’re a diverse group in age, backgrounds, and of course cancer journeys."
"It’s been great getting to meet the other panel members and hear their stories. We work together to bring change for everyone who may in the future be affected by cancer, including under-represented groups."
"What stood out to me most was that he didn’t want others to go through what he went through. That’s why I feel so strongly that lived experience must influence how we work - because Fraser saw the gaps, and in his short time, he tried to fix them, even while fighting for his own life."
"When I heard about the Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People Insights Panel, I knew instantly that I wanted to be part of it. For me, it’s important to give something back and be able to share my experiences and my voice in future projects and research."
"As a member of a minority community, I know that sometimes we’re not heard. It’s important to speak on behalf of those that are not able to do for themselves, for whatever reason."
