Community Outreach

We partner with local, regional, and national organizations to improve the availability of cancer education, screenings, navigation support, and community health resources.

Community Partners

Partnerships and collaborations are at the heart of the Community Outreach and Engagement (COE) team's mission. We know that reducing the cancer burden and addressing access issues cannot be done alone. By working together with community organizations, health systems, schools, faith-based groups, and advocacy organizations, we create meaningful opportunities to meet people where they are and deliver resources that matter most.

Together, these partnerships ensure that our programs reflect community priorities, expand access to prevention and care, and ultimately improve health outcomes across our communities and beyond.

We collaborate with more than 100 active local, regional, and national partners, including:

Interested in Partnering?

We are always seeking new, meaningful partnerships with organizations dedicated to cancer prevention, education, and improving availability of care. If you'd like to explore collaborative opportunities, please complete our request form.

Community Events

You can find our team at educational workshops, health fairs, health council meetings, and local events across our catchment area. We share accurate and up to date information about cancer prevention, screenings, treatments, and clinical trial participation to help individuals be more informed about healthcare decisions.

Upcoming Events Where You Can Find Our Team

Outreach team at a community event

Screening Navigation

Our team is dedicated to helping individuals and families access the resources they need. We connect the community with information on prevention, screenings, care providers, and clinical trials. Because every person's needs are unique, we provide personalized support, meet people where they are, listen to their concerns, and help them get the care they seek.

Community Outreach Key Performance Metrics

How Navigation Helps

Education

Helping educate communities to empower informed decision-making.

Advocacy

Advocating with and on behalf of individuals and communities to address their needs and goals.

Availability of Care

Guiding individuals to community and specialized resources to support them from screening to survivorship.

Care Support

Addressing challenges like transportation, cost, and language.

Need help with cancer screenings? Complete our Screening Request Form.

Speakers in Our Community

Our team connects communities with health educators, researchers, and cancer experts. We organize and participate in educational workshops, health fairs, health council meetings, and local events. We share valuable information about cancer prevention, screenings, treatment, and research participation to help individuals make informed healthcare decisions. Presentations are available across multiple languages and can be tailored to the needs of the community.

Example Topics:

  • Cancer Prevention
  • Cancer 101
  • Cancer Screening
  • The Role of Research in Cancer Care
  • Cancer-specific topics (e.g., breast, colon, gynecologic, lung, prostate)

If you are interested in partnering with the Community Outreach and Engagement (COE) team or inviting us to speak at an upcoming community event, please complete the request form.