National Guidance for Inclusive Cancer Care – Optimal Care Pathway for People with Disability Working Group

Physical Disability Australia
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Mar 2026

CAN YOU HELP?

Cancer Council Australia, in partnership with AFDO – Australian Federation Of Disability Organisations and the Melbourne Disability Institute, is calling for people to be involved in the development of national guidance for inclusive cancer care.

Expressions of Interest are now open to join their Optimal Care Pathway for People with Disability Working Group.

Optimal Care Pathways provide a framework for delivering consistent, safe and evidence-based cancer care across the entire patient journey, from prevention and early detection through to treatment, recovery or end-of-life care.

People with disability experience significant disparities in cancer outcomes. This project aims to address these barriers and improve access to high-quality cancer care.

They are seeking Working Group members from a range of backgrounds, including:

• People with lived experience of cancer and disability
• Disability sector organisations and advocates
• Medical professionals
• Allied health and supportive care professionals

EOIs close Friday 3 April 2026.

For more information and to apply, go to:

https://www.cancer.org.au/health-professionals/optimal-cancer-care-pathways/people-with-disability

Easy Read EOI: https://www.cancer.org.au/health-professionals/optimal-cancer-care-pathways/people-with-disability

Physical Disability Australia (PDA) is a national peak Disability Peoples Organisation run by and for people with physical disability, advocating for equal opportunity, inclusion and human rights across Australia. Established in 1995, PDA represents the voices and lived experiences of its members to influence policy, engage with government, and drive meaningful change, ensuring people with physical disability are respected, empowered and able to participate fully in all aspects of society.

Speak up. Get involved.

Whether you’re living with a disability, know someone who is, or simply believe in equal rights — your voice matters.

Join the Movement. Amplify Every Voice.

Together, we can break barriers and build a more inclusive world.

National Guidance for Inclusive Cancer Care – Optimal Care Pathway for People with Disability Working Group

Speak up. Get involved.

Join the Movement. Amplify Every Voice.

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