Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) shared on LinkedIn:
“In this blog, UICC’s President, Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu, reflects on the challenges and opportunities ahead for global cancer control, from growing inequities in access to care to the need for stronger collaboration and investment.
With more than 1,100 member organisations across over 170 countries and territories, UICC’s strength lies in its global community. As Dr. Shinkafi-Bagudu highlights, by bringing together diverse experiences, expertise, and perspectives, we can drive meaningful progress towards more equitable cancer care.
‘My ambition for the next two years is for UICC to make the most of what makes it distinctive: a global membership with experience across the entire cancer control continuum, the ability to connect people and organisations that might not otherwise work together, and a platform through which our members can speak collectively.’
Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu UICC President
Read Dr Shinkafi-Bagudu’s reflections and priorities for the next two years as UICC President.”
About UICC
The Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) is a Geneva-based international organisation founded in 1933. It brings together more than 1,100 member organisations across over 170 countries to strengthen the global fight against cancer.
UICC works to reduce the global cancer burden by promoting prevention, early detection, access to treatment, cancer research and patient support. It also connects healthcare professionals, cancer organisations, governments and industry partners to share knowledge and advance global cancer-control efforts.
Its major initiatives include World Cancer Day, held annually on February 4, and the World Cancer Congress, which brings together cancer leaders and experts from around the world.
UICC is currently led by Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu, whose priorities include strengthening its global membership, encouraging collaboration and giving its members a stronger collective voice in cancer care and policy.
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