National LGBT Cancer Network
Providing cancer-related programs, services and research focused on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex people and other sexuality and gender diverse people and communities.
Our Mission
To raise awareness and diminish the threat of cancer in the LGBT community, worldwide, through research, education, survivor support and advocacy. The National LGBT Cancer Project is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem in the LGBT community.
Method
– Providing support services to LGBT people with cancer and their loved ones.
– Breaking down barriers to quality health care by educating medical and psychosocial providers on the special needs of this population.
– Advocating for research on the cancer risks and treatment of LGBT people, as well as inclusion of LGBT subjects in national studies and surveys.
Solution
– Develop and conduct LGBT cancer support groups, caregiver groups and bereavement groups nationwide, through strategic partnerships with community health centers, hospitals and clinicians.
– Develop and promote a comprehensive multi-lingual website,
a. Providing information and resources about cancer risks and services for survivors and caregivers,
b. Online training for oncology professionals on culturally-competent care for LGBT patients,
c. Access to current research on cancer and LGBT people.
– Develop and present lectures and training at hospitals, social service organizations and oncology conferences.
– Promote inclusion of LGBT people in clinical trials and research.
– Increase awareness of LGBT risks and cancer needs through publications in professional journals and popular media.
– Information provided on www.lgbtcancer.org and outwithcancer.org is meant to complement and not replace any advice or information from a health care professional.
