 | The VCCC Alliance recently hosted an incredible 621 delegates from many corners of the world at the World Indigenous Cancer Conference here in Naarm, Melbourne. This was such a unique and inspirational event, for which I’ve received overwhelmingly positive feedback.
An atmosphere of interactivity and collegiality stood out from the opening session. This was a true melting pot of cultures, disciplines and perspectives, with delegates engaging in wide-ranging conversations to share insights and learn from each other’s experiences. It was heartening to see indigenous communities from across the globe come together to celebrate their cultures, shared experience, and resilience to keep working for better health outcomes for their communities. | | |
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 | | The third World Indigenous Cancer Conference was a landmark event, with international delegates all working together to reduce cancer disparities for Indigenous peoples around the world.
The conference provided a unique opportunity to identify international research priorities, foster new collaboration, enhance capacity, and share knowledge and information about Indigenous people living with cancer on a global scale. | | |
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 | | The strength drawn from international collaboration and leadership to achieve health equity for the world’s Indigenous peoples was evident at the recent World Indigenous Cancer Conference.
Danielle Manton, Senior Lecturer in Indigenous Teaching & Learning at the University of Sydney, reports for Croakey Media on the three themes woven throughout the conference to motivate, challenge and inspire delegates. | | |
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 | | Pioneering new educational resources have been launched to upskill the cancer workforce and increase the number of teletrials being run in Victoria.
Teletrials have the potential to greatly enhance equity in healthcare, but have faced numerous challenges like inconsistent messaging and limited education. The new resources, which include an online course and toolkit, have been designed to change that. | | |
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 | The VCCC Alliance is seeking an external provider to develop and produce an Impact Report, reflecting on activities from across our organisation, including the Strategic Program Plan (SPP) 2021-2024. |
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 | We're supporting researchers and consumers to move from 'awareness to action' with training and education.
10 minutes of your time will help us create resources that will make a difference. |
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 | Join a workshop to build and reinforce your reporting and business skills, including high-level metrics reporting and meeting the new National Clinical Trials Governance Framework (NCTGF). Multiple skill levels and dates available. |
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 | The VCCC Alliance Essential Research Skills for Clinical Nurses has been endorsed by the Australian College of Nursing (ACN). Learners can now earn 20 CPD hours for completion of this course through the Centre for Cancer Education. |
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Current Opportunities | |
Job: Senior Manager, Health Equity 0.8FTE Applications close 5.00pm, Monday 29 April 2024 We are seeking a pro-active and highly motivated individual with significant experience in developing and implementing complex equity-related initiatives, preferably in the health sector, and who can establish strong collaborative relationships with stakeholders across multiple organisations. Learn more and apply › |
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Job: Data and Metrics Officer 0.6FTE Applications close 12.00am, Sunday 28 April 2024 We’re seeking a motivated, self-professed data evaluation guru to take up this newly created position, 3 days per week (or shorter hours over 4 days) for the next 12 months. Learn more and apply › |
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2024 Picchi Award for Excellence in Cancer Research Applications close 5.00pm, Monday 24 June 2024 The VCCC Alliance is proud to partner once again with the Picchi Brothers Foundation for the 2024 Picchi Awards for Excellence in Cancer Research. Up to three $10,000 prizes recognising outstanding cancer research will be awarded to PhD students from across the VCCC Alliance member organisations and regional partners with a collaboration agreement. Learn more and apply › |
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Scholarships: Travel expenses to the Teletrials Masterclass (May 2024) Applications close 12.00am, Monday 29 April 2024 If you're attending the Teletrial Masterclass on Friday, 3 May 2024 and coming from rural or regional areas, apply for this scholarship to offset your travel, meals and accommodation expenses. Learn more and apply › |
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Job: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Programs Manager 0.8FTE Applications close 5.00pm, Wednesday 1 May 2024 This newly created role will be involved in developing and leading project activities for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cancer care and control program, supporting the integration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumer and community voices into program work. Learn more and apply › |
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| CATEGORY: PREVENTION, SCREENING AND DIAGNOSTICS In this one-day symposium, a panel of experts led by Professor David Wiesenfeld raise awareness of oral and oropharyngeal cancers. Learn about the crucial importance of early diagnosis.
Learning outcomes: - Discover how early diagnosis, referral, treatment and multidisciplinary care for patients diagnosed with these cancers can improve outcomes and save lives.
- Early intervention can improve speech and swallowing function.
- It may also help reduce disfigurement, as well as associated physical and psychological consequences.
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Upcoming Events | |
17 APR | Microsoft Excel and Residential Metrics Reporting Skills in Research and Clinical Trials Book now › |
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17 APR | Breast Cancer Grand Round with Prof Andrew Scott Book now › |
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19 APR | Symposium: Optimising Multidisciplinary Care for Melanoma Patients Book now › |
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23 APR | Leadership Webinar Series: Navigating complex stakeholders in a healthcare setting Book now › |
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24 APR | Melanoma: Advancements in treatment, care, and patient experiences Book now › |
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1 MAY | Breast Cancer Grand Round with Dr Julia Matheson Book now › |
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2 MAY | VCCC Alliance Clinical Leadership Workshop Book now › |
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3 MAY | Teletrials Masterclass: Implementation through insights and resources Book now › |
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March Snapshot | |
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