The Foundation for Professional Development (FPD) supported the National Cancer Screening Campaign in collaboration with the National Department of Health and with support from AstraZeneca.
The campaign was launched to increase public awareness of cancer, improve understanding of risk factors and strengthen referral pathways for screening, diagnosis and treatment.
It also aimed to improve access to information and support services for individuals at risk of cancer, people living with cancer and their families.
Early detection and informed communities are important components of an effective cancer response. The campaign focused on helping people understand cancer risks, recognise symptoms and become aware of available screening and support services.
Raise public awareness about cancer prevention, early detection and available screening services.
Educate communities about cancer risk factors, symptoms and the importance of seeking appropriate healthcare.
Encourage screening and earlier diagnosis to support timely access to appropriate care.
The campaign brought together awareness, education and coordination activities to support a more informed and connected cancer response.
Raising awareness about cancer prevention and early detection.
Educating communities about cancer risk factors and symptoms.
Promoting screening and early diagnosis.
Strengthening referral pathways for patients requiring further care.
Engaging healthcare workers in cancer awareness initiatives.
Involving civil society organisations and traditional healers.
A coordinated national response to cancer awareness and screening requires collaboration across different sectors. The campaign brought together stakeholders to support shared objectives and improve coordination around cancer education and screening.
FPD played a key role in supporting the implementation of the campaign through project management, stakeholder coordination and communications activities.
This included working with government departments, civil society organisations, healthcare providers and community stakeholders to promote cancer awareness and encourage screening uptake.
Collaboration and coordinated implementation were central to supporting the campaign's national objectives.
The campaign aimed to strengthen the connection between public awareness and access to appropriate healthcare services.
Improve understanding of cancer, prevention and risk factors.
Promote screening and encourage earlier detection.
Strengthen pathways for individuals requiring further care.
Improve awareness of available cancer services and support.
Through its role in the campaign, FPD contributed to strengthening cancer awareness and supporting improved coordination between stakeholders involved in screening and education.
Strengthening national cancer awareness initiatives and promoting public understanding of cancer.
Supporting collaboration among stakeholders involved in cancer screening and education.
Promoting earlier detection and improved pathways to care.
Expanding public knowledge of available cancer services and support mechanisms.
Encouraging engagement with healthcare workers and community structures.
Contributing to FPD's broader work in health systems strengthening and public health promotion.
Through collaboration, public education and stronger referral pathways, the National Cancer Screening Campaign supported national efforts to improve cancer awareness and encourage earlier access to screening and care.