The Involvement Network is a group of people affected by cancer who want to make a difference to the lives of others facing cancer. As a member, you’ll hear about how people are influencing our work and have the opportunity get involved. This could include completing surveys, taking part in a focus group or even joining an advisory group or committee.
Join the Involvement NetworkLearn about the Involvement NetworkCo‑created with people affected by cancer, our involvement strategy outlines how we’ll work in partnership over the next five years to make the greatest impact.
Browse a list of activities you can participate in and apply for to help shape work throughout the charity as well as for wider organisations.
Our panels bring the experience of people affected by cancer to the heart of our work in an accessible and informal way.
We value diversity, and we're committed to creating an inclusive space where everyone can be themselves and help shape our work. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, communities and cultures.
Discover our latest involvement news and stories and get to know the people that help shape our work.
Our principles shape how we work with people affected by cancer. They guide every involvement activity and ensure it’s purposeful and impactful.
We involve people early, not as an afterthought. We create opportunities that are relevant, flexible and shaped around people’s needs.
We work side by side. We value lived cancer experience as expertise, listen carefully, and act on what we hear.
We remove barriers. We use plain language and accessible ways to take part so more people can get involved.
We show the difference involvement makes. We share what changed, what we learned and how people’s input shaped our work.
Cancer Research UK has created a Statement of intent for involvement. This highlights our commitment to involving people affected by cancer in our research and details how we will do this.
Patient involvement can improve the quality and relevant of your research for cancer patients. Our toolkit provides guidance, tips and templates to help you plan, deliver and evaluate your patient involvement.
We're always happy to answer questions and receive feedback, so please don't hesitate to get in touch.
