Sadness

Vinay, India

Healing

Ika, Indonesia

Hope

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Loneliness

NICOLE, Trinidad & Tobago

Shame

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Denial

Gail, United Kingdom

Resilience

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Shock

Michelle, United States

Anger

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Fear

Mennat-Allah, Egypt

Acceptance

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Love

Elise, South Africa

Gratitude

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Grief

Jorge, Ecuador

Relief

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By Unique

United in our message, unique in our stories.

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More than a disease

The campaign

Cancer touches millions of lives in countless ways but it doesn't define who we are. We are more than a disease, more than a statistic. The new World Cancer Day campaign 2025-27 “United by Unique” places people at the centre of care and will explore new ways of making a difference. It offers a three- year journey from raising awareness to taking action.

Every story counts

Cancer is more than just a medical diagnosis—it’s a deeply personal matter. Behind every diagnosis lies a unique human story - stories of grief, pain, healing, resilience, love and more. That’s why a people-centred approach to cancer care that fully integrates each individual’s unique needs, with compassion and empathy, leads to the best health outcomes.

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Join us and take action

Every experience with cancer is unique and it will take all of us, united, to create a world where we look beyond the disease and see the person before the patient. This World Cancer Day, let's come together to rewrite the future of cancer care - one where the needs of people and communities come first.

Get involved in any way you can.
Because together, we can create change.
Together, we are #UnitedByUnique

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Unique stories to inspire change

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Campaign resources and tools

We have toolkits, posters, infographics, banners and more to help you prepare for World Cancer Day.

Educational materials are fundamental to empowering patients, families and healthcare professionals.

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You can deduct your donation from your taxes in select countries.

HOW DO YOUR DONATIONS HELP

Your support directly contributes to the success of World Cancer Day, leading to increased awareness, education, and advocacy efforts.
Your donations enable organisations from low- and middle-income countries to participate in crucial programmes and activities, through UICC's Membership Support Fund.
Contributions help provide tailored support to patient-driven organisations through UICC’s Patient Group Mentoring Programme, ensuring that patients' voices are heard in health systems at all levels.