Discover the impact your involvement makes in our work.
People affected by cancer from across the UK came together to celebrate our new involvement strategy, reconnect with the community, and explore how we'll shape Cancer Research UK's involvement.

By sharing lived experience, people affected by cancer helped shape the Bowelbabe Fund Dance Challenge. Their feedback improved accessibility, flexibility and enjoyment, creating an inclusive campaign that highlights the impact of involvement.
Ten patient representatives joined early career cancer researchers in Manchester to shape how future clinical trials are designed, delivered and understood.
Stand Up To Cancer concluded with a live Channel 4 event celebrating collaboration, a new screening checker and Cancer Clinic: Live, shaped by our Cancer Insights Panel to reflect real experiences.
The Patient Involvement team proudly hosted a day dedicated to connection, reflection, and celebration at our annual Cancer Insights Panel Social.

Our Patient Information team refreshed key support materials, making them clearer, more inclusive and easier to use. Your input helped people quickly find trusted cancer information and support.

Discover how patient insights helped shape the Bowelbabe Fund’s impactful campaign to raise awareness and challenge stigma around bowel cancer.
Explore stories from people affected by cancer involved in our work.

Margaret's dedication has helped shape our work. Her story reflects the value of patient involvement and the lasting difference people affected by cancer can make.

Sue and Patrick helped shape cancer research over the past decade. Their story reflects how people affected by cancer have strengthened and influenced our work.

After a prostate cancer diagnosis, Mike joined our involvement network and became a patient advocate. His story shows how lived experience can drive meaningful change.

Rashmi joined the VOICE course to learn more about research. The experience opened new opportunities through our Cancer Insights Panel and strengthened confidence, connection and purpose.

Kes brought insight and authenticity to our annual awards. Her story highlights the commitment of people affected by cancer and the impact of involvement.

Nic shared experiences of navigating cancer care and support. His story highlights challenges accessing appropriate treatment and the importance of improving quality of life after cancer.