New and ambitious collaborations like the VCCC Alliance only succeed when people with particular zeal, courage and conviction step forward to lead.
This month we recognised two such people as new Fellows of the VCCC Alliance. Emeritus Professor Linda Kristjanson AO and Ms Sophy Athan made exceptional contributions and played pivotal roles in shaping our organisation through their generous, inclusive leadership.
Sophy's journey has been nothing short of inspiring. In her role as Chair of the Consumer Advisory committee for nine years, she's been a driving force behind our transformation into a national leader in integrating consumer perspectives into cancer research, healthcare, and education.
Linda stepped down earlier this year after seven successful years as Chair of the alliance, guiding us through rapid and dynamic growth. She was instrumental in securing funding that allowed us to broaden our focus statewide, oversaw a critical transition of the alliance once the building had opened, and guided growth and development through pivotal years. | 
