Australia has an important role in global cancer control, providing leadership, sharing knowledge and expertise, learning from others, and developing partnerships. Further, to maintain our excellent cancer outcomes, Australia must remain engaged with emerging cancer control developments internationally.
As the Australian Government’s cancer control agency, Cancer Australia’s strong international relationships enable expertise and information flows to inform priority areas of work. Global collaboration has informed key national policies and initiatives, including the Australian Cancer Plan, the National Lung Cancer Screening Program, the Australian Comprehensive Cancer Network, advancements in patient-centred supportive care, and efforts to address inequities in cancer outcomes. These shared insights contribute to cancer control that is coordinated, inclusive, and evidence based.
Australia engages with international stakeholders, including the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), G7 Cancer, researchers and policymakers, to advance best practice for optimal, networked comprehensive cancer care. Through the exchange and application of shared knowledge, innovation and experience, Australia contributes to improving outcomes for people impacted by cancer, both nationally and internationally.
This plenary will explore Cancer Australia’s experience and influence in delivering best practice comprehensive cancer care and showcase initiatives advancing global cancer control efforts.