The 18th Breast, Gynecological & Immuno-Oncology International Cancer Conference (BGICC) will host the Global Leaders’ Forum, convening influential voices in global oncology and healthcare. The BGICC 18 Global Leaders’ Sessions are positioned as a high-level platform focused on translating global cancer strategies into meaningful regional outcomes.
This forum brings together leaders from WHO, IARC, IAEA, ASCO, ESMO, ASTRO, IASLC, ESGO, UICC, AORTIC, and other international organizations, alongside national decision-makers and academic leaders. The session is structured to support the alignment of international cancer priorities with local and regional implementation advancing cancer control, prevention, and care across Africa, the Middle East, and beyond.
BGICC Uniting Policy, Science, and Implementation
Effective cancer control depends not only on scientific advancement, but also on coordinated leadership across policy, health systems, professional societies, and academia. The Leaders’ Sessions reflect this approach by creating a setting where strategic priorities can be discussed at the highest level, with an emphasis on implementation and impact.
Participation Includes
- Ministers and senior government officials
- Presidents and executives of leading international oncology societies
- Global health policy shapers and academic leaders
Featured Leaders in the BGICC 18 Leaders’ Session
A Strategic Platform for Regional Cancer Priorities
The BGICC Leaders’ Sessions represent a forum where policy meets science and strategic vision is advanced through dialogue among global institutions and regional stakeholders. The session emphasizes actionable pathways for strengthening cancer control, prevention, and care, with relevance to regional needs and system realities.
Written by Nare Hovhannisyan, MD