The Irish Cancer Society knows how important cancer research advocates are. Our advocates are driven by their own cancer experience, they want to contribute to the improvement of treatments and understanding for patients coming after them.
We also know that in cancer research advocacy, knowledge and making connections is key. For example, by going to cancer research events, going to training or attending workshop. However, it can be difficult to fund this yourself, especially if on a reduced income. We know the potential expense involved can stop people from taking part and becoming cancer research advocates.
This award is to directly fund a patient advocate to upskill themselves in areas of cancer research, PPI, and cancer research advocacy. You can be a cancer research patient advocate, a PPI contributor, or both, to apply for this award. You may also have no experience yet and want to apply to start out your cancer research advocacy/PPI journey. This award is for anyone affected by cancer, regardless of experience, who wishes to upskill in this space. You can be a friend, family member, carer or a patient.
Please see the Guidelines document for more information.