How Can You Help?

Thank you for your interest in the New York State Cancer Consortium. The Consortium is the network of organizations and individuals who are involved in implementing the New York State Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan.

The New York State Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan is the result of collaborations among organizations and individuals working in cancer control to coordinate activities in order to maximize resources and achieve desired cancer control outcomes. The Plan was developed with the participation of many stakeholders throughout the state and collecting input via community forums and surveys. The Plan has gone from the development phase, to the work group phase, and into local implementation of Plan priorities.

In order to continue to critical work begun by the Consortium, we welcome stakeholders from across the state. Whether you have a personal or professional interest in cancer control, are involved in work with a specific cancer or a broad-based issue faced by all people with cancer, work in a small community with a specific population or are part of a state-wide or national group, there is a role for you to play. You can begin by reading our Operational Guidelines and applying to become a member. Then, continue this commitment by sharing events and items of interest on our calendar, attend local implementation meetings as they begin in your area, let us know the good work you are involved in, and provide us with feedback.

With your help, we can increase the number of New Yorkers working together, reducing cancer and saving lives.

Leslie Larsen, MPH

Carol Lindhorst

Co-Chairs NYSCC Steering Committee