News & Events

21 November 2025. Engaging in Advocacy, EVENTS

WBCPC joins World Cancer Leaders’ Summit for the first time

At the World Cancer Leaders’ Summit for the first time, we joined global leaders in Melbourne to help shape future cancer control policy and strengthen international collaboration.

“ It was valuable to connect with peers from international collaborations, including the Global Cancer Coalitions Network, All.Can International and UICC leadership, including President and President-Elect. I learned a great deal about pioneering approaches in other cancer areas and gained important insights into the challenges faced in different regions of the world in advancing cancer control.
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20 November 2025. Engaging in Advocacy, EVENTS

European Cancer Summit 2025: Connecting policy, equity and innovation for better cancer outcomes

WBCPC took part in the European Cancer Summit 2025 in Brussels, engaging in key discussions on prevention, early detection, survivorship, cancer inequalities, and the role of innovation in shaping future cancer policy across Europe.

“ Early detection saves lives, but quality care is only possible when supported by a strong, skilled workforce and equitable access for all patients across Europe.
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15 November 2025. Engaging in Advocacy, EVENTS

Associazione PaLiNUro Annual Congress 2025: A day of learning and collaboration

We joined PaLiNUro’s Annual Congress to share insights, learn from experts and connect with the bladder cancer community in Italy.

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5 November 2025. Engaging in Advocacy, EVENTS

Cancer in Africa: WBCPC Joins the AORTIC 2025 International Cancer Conference in Tunisia

WBCPC attended AORTIC 2025 to deepen insights into cancer care in Africa and build new partnerships.

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1 November 2025. Engaging in Advocacy, EVENTS

WBCPC at the 45th Annual SIU Congress in Edinburgh

We joined the leading international urology congress to present our patient data and connect with urologists from around the world.

“ Our ongoing collaboration with the Société Internationale d’Urologie enables us to bring the voice of people affected by bladder cancer to a global clinician audience. Each year, this partnership enhances our efforts to support the bladder cancer community worldwide.
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31 October 2025. Engaging in Advocacy, EVENTS

WBCPC presents at Russian Cancer Patient Congress

Highlighting the value of international collaboration and patient-generated evidence in driving improvements in cancer care.

“ Patient-generated evidence is an essential driver of better cancer care. When patient organisations collect and elevate real experiences, we create a clearer understanding of needs, gaps and opportunities, helping health systems deliver more timely, equitable and effective support for those living with cancer.
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18 October 2025. Building Community, EVENTS

WECAN marks its 10th anniversary in Berlin

WBCPC joined advocacy leaders in Berlin to mark 10 years of WECAN and highlight the network’s role in strengthening collaboration and patient advocacy across Europe.

“ WECAN was created to give patient organisations a stronger collective voice and to build the skills, alignment and structures needed to strengthen cancer advocacy across Europe and ultimately making a positive impact on the lives of people affected by cancer
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17 October 2025. Engaging in Advocacy, EVENTS

GCCN leads Shared Decision-Making roundtable at ESMO 2025

WBCPC joined the Global Cancer Coalitions Network and Ipsen at ESMO 2025 for a roundtable on strengthening shared decision-making in cancer care worldwide.

“ Shared decision-making cannot be delivered in theory. It must be supported in practice with adequate information, trusted dialogue and enabling structures that make patient participation in decisions concerning their treatment and care possible across all cancers and in all countries.
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14 October 2025. Engaging in Advocacy, EVENTS

Why EU Policy matters for patients: MEP Ondřej Dostál calls for better access and stronger prevention

At the World Bladder Cancer Patient Forum 2025, MEP Ondřej Dostál highlighted the need for greater awareness, prevention, and equitable access to care, calling for stronger EU collaboration to remove barriers and ensure timely treatment for all patients.

“ The patient movement is essential. We must ensure that in the next EU financial programme, there is space and support for the work that organisations like yours are doing.
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14 October 2025. EVENTS, Raising Awareness

Showcase of Bladder Cancer Awareness Month Grant Awardees

At the World Bladder Cancer Patient Forum 2025, the session Showcase of Bladder Cancer Awareness Month Grant awardees highlighted inspiring community-led projects from Malawi, Argentina, Colombia, and Kenya demonstrating how local action and creativity are driving global awareness and early detection of bladder cancer.

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