Community Outreach Committee
The Community Outreach Committee serves to:
- Raise awareness about cancer, its risk factors, prevention strategies, early detection, and available treatment options. This includes disseminating accurate and up-to-date information to the community, dispelling myths and misconceptions, and promoting a better understanding of cancer.
- Promote early detection of cancer and healthy lifestyle choices which is crucial for improving treatment outcomes and survival rates. We also aim to educate community members about the importance of regular screenings, self-examinations, and recognizing early signs and symptoms of cancer.
- Provide Support and Resources to individuals affected by cancer, including patients, survivors, caregivers, and families.
- Address disparities in cancer care and improve access to prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment services.
- Empower organisations, individuals and communities to become advocates for cancer prevention, early detection, and improved cancer care through training, workshops, and other resources.
The current Chair for the Community Outreach Committee is Dr Zipporah Ali, a Palliative Care Specialist, Technical Advisor, Consultant and Researcher.