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UICC members around the world
by UICC
Another year has passed, and the UICC membership community grows stronger every day. By year end, UICC had 1,212 members from 174 countries and territories. UICC members represent the heart of UICC, including cancer societies, research and cancer centres, patient support groups, NGOs and grassroots organisations, professional associations, academic institutions and government agencies. A total of 47 new organisations joined UICC in 2022, a positive growth figure demonstrating that cancer organisations wish to connect after the pandemic.
In 2022, UICC members were actively involved in many UICC events and projects, including World Cancer Day and the “Close the Care Gap” campaign, the regional dialogues and the World Cancer Congress at the end of the year.
In October, full members could exercise their right to vote at the General Assembly and choose the new Board of Directors for 2022-2024.
1,212 members
The General Assembly took place virtually for the second time, aiming to be a more accessible platform.
UICC members and partners heard from the CEO and outgoing President on the state of the organisation, full members elected a new board and Jeff Dunn started his tenure as President; Ulrika Kågström was named President-elect and will become UICC President in October 2024. October was also the month of the World Cancer Congress, an event attended by many UICC members, both in person and virtually, and an opportunity for face-to-face meetings such as Regional Meetings, workshops and networking events tailored for the UICC community.
The Membership Support Fund (funding that covers the cost of UICC membership for other organisations) continues to be a mechanism that provides equitable access to UICC benefits for organisations in UICC’s network, mostly from low- and middle-income settings, which are not able to cover the cost of membership fees for a limited time period. 112 organisations from 67 countries were included in the Membership Support Fund in 2022. For example, the Cancer Association of Zimbabwe - Harare Branch used their membership to reinforce its recognition at the international level and attract new partnerships.
174 countries and territories
"At the Qatar Cancer Society, we are proud to be members of UICC and to work alongside other organisations in the fight against cancer. The value of our membership cannot be overstated - it has allowed us to access a wealth of resources, knowledge, and expertise that is helping us to advance cancer control in our region and beyond and in the same time we were able to share our success stories and help other organisations at the regional and international level through experience exchange. We are grateful for our strong and collaborative relationship with UICC and its network, and we look forward to continuing our work together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by cancer."
Dr Hadi Mohamad Abu Rasheed, Head of Professional Development and Scientific Research Department, Qatar Cancer Society
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UICC survey and strategy review for members
In line with UICC’s regular review of its longterm strategic ambitions, UICC members were asked to contribute their own views on the key issues that will impact cancer control in the next decade. This was achieved through a survey and interviews with key members, as well as two webinars to explain the process and receive feedback. The Board of Directors then narrowed down the key strategic priorities, which were incorporated in the strategy review. This process has been conducted by DAMVAD Analytics, a consultancy group based in Denmark.
70% of respondents say their experience interacting with UICC is "very good"
(a total of 96% of "very good" and "good" combined)
51% of organisations are "very satisfied" with their membership of UICC
(a total of 85% amongst "very satisfied" and "satisfied")
92% of respondents would recommend UICC membership to another organisation
“Membership in UICC brings us together as a global community working towards reducing the global burden of cancer, facilitating collaborations with like-minded organisations from around the world.
This network of organisations provides a powerful platform for sharing best practices and working towards common goals. UICC has also made available valuable tools and resources to better accomplish our goals.
We are grateful for the opportunity to contribute to this important cause and look forward to continuing our collaboration with UICC to make a meaningful impact on advancing cancer control throughout the world."
Lawrence N Shulman, MD, MACP, FASCO, Director, Center for Global Cancer Medicine, Abramson Cancer Center, University of Pennsylvania
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Regional focus
UICC remains committed to supporting and engaging its members in each region, cognisant of the different challenges and contexts. In 2022, to foster regional engagement and support regional networks, UICC held a series of four virtual Regional Dialogues early in the year and enjoyed the opportunity to resume in-person gatherings as the year unfolded. Six Regional Meetings were held at the World Cancer Congress, bringing together regional communities on key themes and opportunities, including for example, the dedicated Lancet Commissions for Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa.
In-person Regional Dialogues on women’s cancers were held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire for Francophone Africa and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for Latin America, in July and November respectively. These meetings supported the sharing of knowledge and experience on how to address breast and cervical cancer in the regions and welcomed a total of 126 participants.
UICC has also developed specific regional initiatives responding where possible to critical gaps or key opportunities. One such initiative, which builds on recommendations and activities started prepandemic, focuses on the opportunity of partnership and integrated approaches for women’s cancers in the Francophone Africa region. In May 2022, a hybrid and bilingual workshop was held alongside the World Health Assembly in Geneva, with more than 100 participants, and including key global stakeholders, technical partners and donors, as well as country representatives. Discussions from this workshop were taken forward at the Regional Dialogue in Abidjan two months later.
“The challenges remain immense, and we will not be able to address them in isolation. This is where working together, coordinating our respective actions and adopting a partnership approach will be essential to have real impact on the lives of women and patients.”
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UICC Awards
Recognising outstanding achievements and innovative practices from across the global cancer community
To maximise the impact of our collective efforts for global cancer control, it is important to learn from the many examples of leaders, campaigners, advocates, and fundraisers from across the cancer community. The UICC Awards aim to identify and celebrate the contributions made by professionals and organisations in the field, inspiring the cancer control community through their efforts.
Best CEO Award
- Three winners illustrate great leadership
Due to the exceptional qualities and outstanding achievements demonstrated by each of the three finalists, the judges were unable to select a single winner and decided to jointly award all three finalists for their exceptional leadership during crisis situations. Together, these stories serve as a testament to the potential of great leadership during difficult times.
Hana Chaar Choueib, General Manager, Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon (CCCL)
Diana Sarfati, Chief Executive Officer, Te Aho o Te Kahu, Cancer Control Agency, New Zealand
Murallitharan Munisamy, Managing Director, National Cancer Society Malaysia (NCSM)
2022 Abstract awards
The 2022 World Cancer Congress honoured the outstanding abstract submissions, in the following categories:
Best advocacy with impact report
Winner:
Kate Broun, Cancer Council Victoria
Ditte Marie Bruun, Danish Cancer Society
Nehal Khanna, Tata Memorial Hospital
Best fundraising campaign report
Winner:
Elina Viitaniemi, ESCA CancerSupport
Todd Harper, Cancer Council Victoria
Anish Mathew, Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP)
Best scientific abstract
Winner:
Zihao Zou, The First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University
Ru Chen, Cancer Hospital Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences
Georgios Lyratzopoulos, International Cancer Benchmarking Partnership
