Cancer outcomes are not only shaped by clinical care, but by whether people feel safe, respected, and included throughout their healthcare journey.
The LGBTIQA+ Cancer Care Education Serie is an eight-part webinar series designed to strengthen healthcare professionals’ ability to provide inclusive, affirming, and person-centred cancer care for LGBTIQA+ communities.
Across the series, participants will explore the unique experiences, challenges, and healthcare needs of LGBTIQA+ people throughout the cancer journey – from prevention and early detection to diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and supportive care.
Led by expert clinicians, researchers, and community representatives, each session combines the latest evidence with practical guidance for improving equity in cancer care and supporting the implementation of the Optimal Care Pathway for LGBTIQA+ People with Cancer in clinical practice.
2026 Series Schedule
- Times: TBC
- Dates:
- Part 1: Tuesday, 6 October 2026
- Part 2: Tuesday, 3 November 2026
- Part 3: Tuesday, 1 December 2026
- Part 4: Tuesday, 2 February 2027
- Part 5: Tuesday, 2 March 2027
- Part 6: Tuesday, 13 April 2027
- Part 7: Tuesday, 4 May 2027
- Part 8: Tuesday, 1 June 2027
- Platform: Live Online – Zoom
Target Audience:
The LGBTQIA+ Cancer Optimal Care Pathway Education Series is intended for anyone involved in supporting, caring for, or improving health outcomes for LGBTQIA+ people affected by cancer. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Healthcare professionals involved in cancer care, including oncologists, nurses, allied health professionals, general practitioners and other clinical staff
- Sexual health and LGBTQIA+ health clinicians
- Researchers and academics working in cancer, LGBTQIA+ health, sexual health or related fields
- Community members, LGBTQIA+ community representatives and advocates
- People with lived experience of cancer, including survivors, partners, families and carers
- Health and community service providers interested in improving inclusive and equitable cancer care
Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this course and its components, participants will be able to:
- Describe the experiences, needs and priorities of LGBTIQA+ people affected by cancer across the cancer care continuum.
- Understand the impact of stigma, discrimination, healthcare barriers on cancer experiences and outcomes for LGBTIQA+ communities.
- Explore the intersections between cancer, sexuality, gender identity, sex characteristics, relationships, chosen family and wellbeing.
- Identify opportunities to improve cancer care and support for LGBTIQA+ people through evidence-informed practice, community engagement and the application of the LGBTIQA+ Cancer Optimal Care Pathway.
Endorsement:
Endorsement is currently pending. This activity may be suitable for self-claiming CPD hours with your professional body. An estimated equivalent of 1 CPD hours per session applies. A statement of attendance will be provided for full attendance.
Funding:
This Cancer Patient Support Program received grant funding from the Australian Government.
