UICC partner updates

UICC is proud to work with a variety of partners who share its mission to reduce the global cancer burden. To learn more about how UICC works with partners contact partnerships@uicc.org.

Partner updates

United by Unique: World Cancer Day 2026

The commitment of World Cancer Day’s partners is instrumental in amplifying the campaign’s message, raising awareness, and driving meaningful action against cancer. 2026 marked the second phase of the three‑year “United by Unique” campaign, which places people at the centre of care and their stories at the heart of the conversation.

This year’s World Cancer Day saw an impressive groundswell of awareness‑raising and fundraising activities, calls to action, personal stories from people affected by cancer, and government announcements drawing attention to how cancer care can better reflect people’s needs, experiences, and circumstances.

“At Boehringer Ingelheim, people-centered care means understanding each patient’s uniqueness and biological signals like biomarkers. Together with UICC, we ensure that patient voices and individual insights pave the way for more informed and personalized cancer care.” Vanessa Pott-Semedo, Head of Global Patient Engagement, Boehringer Ingelheim”
– Vanessa Pott-Semedo, Head of Global Patient Engagement, Boehringer Ingelheim

A huge thank you to all the World Cancer Day partners for your support:

Visionary partners: AbbVie, Boehringer Ingelheim, Fujifilm, La Roche Posay, MSD, Roche

Growth partners: Amgen, Danone, Genmab, Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Novo Nordisk, Ono Pharma, Sanofi

If your company is interested in supporting World Cancer Day 2027, please contact partnerships@uicc.org to learn more.

Key upcoming events

World Health Assembly

18 – 22 May will see the World Health Assembly (WHA) once again take place in Geneva. Held annually, the WHA provides a unique platform to discuss critical health issues, share insights and collaborate on strategies to relieve the cancer burden. UICC looks forward to warmly welcoming its partners to Geneva, where they can join in meaningful dialogues, forge new alliances and strengthen existing collaborations to advance the global health agenda.

ASCO General Meeting

Following the WHA, the ASCO General Meeting in Chicago is another significant opportunity for UICC to connect with both current and future partners in the oncology community. A dedicated team from UICC will travel to Chicago to participate in this premier event, which brings together oncologists, researchers, and healthcare professionals from around the world. This gathering is an essential part of UICC's efforts to foster partnerships and drive progress in the fight against cancer.

For any partners or companies interested in meeting with the UICC team either during WHA or ASCO, please email partnerships@uicc.org.

World Cancer Congress: 24 – 26 September, Hong Kong

The World Cancer Congress is a unique global convening point for the cancer community, bringing together leaders, practitioners, advocates, policymakers, and partners from across regions and disciplines. The Congress provides a platform to share practical solutions, shape the global cancer agenda, and strengthen collaboration across health systems. Attending offers the opportunity to exchange knowledge, build meaningful partnerships, and be part of a truly global conversation on accelerating progress in cancer control.

To learn more about the World Cancer Congress and how to get involved, please email partnerships@uicc.org

Partner testimonials

“At Bristol Myers Squibb, we believe that sustainable healthcare systems depend on the ability to translate innovative science into meaningful, real-world outcomes for patients – especially those facing the greatest barriers to care. Achieving this requires collaborative approaches across sectors to strengthen health system resilience, improve access to care and ensure that biomedical advances deliver value for patients, communities and society”.

Martin Whalen, SVP, Global Policy & Government Affairs

“The 2025 UN High-Level Meeting on NCDs marked a pivotal moment for the global cancer agenda. World Cancer Research Fund International was proud to work alongside UICC and its partners to translate the moment into meaningful commitments to reduce cancer rates worldwide. Our collaborations with UICC in global advocacy, scientific initiatives such as the Reimagining Cancer Research in Europe Initiative, and knowledge exchange demonstrate what is possible when organisations align their expertise and advocacy towards shared goals. We look forward to continuing to build on our collective progress in the years ahead.”

Dr Panagiota Mitrou, Executive Director of Research and Policy, World Cancer Research Fund International

“At Roche we recognise that no one organisation, company, country, intervention or individual can deliver this alone. That’s why we see partnership with governments, public health authorities, advocacy networks, civil society and other stakeholders as vital to addressing current barriers to cancer care access and innovation.”

Michael Oberreiter, Head Global Access, Roche

“Leading action on cancer, UICC is a catalyst for meaningful advancements in cancer control on a truly global scale, and AbbVie is incredibly proud to be a partner for the solution. By pooling resources and expertise, partnerships like ours aim to make significant strides in enhancing prevention, detection and treatment, ultimately to improve outcomes and reduce disparities in access to care. Together, AbbVie, alongside UICC, recognizes that we cannot stop the growing cancer burden without increasing the footprint of cancer control efforts everywhere.”

Ahmed Rahmy, Oncology Global Government Affairs Director, AbbVie

Our partners' expertise and engagement are fundamental to driving long-term and measurable changes in cancer control.

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A live session at the World Cancer Leaders' Summit 2023, in Long Beach, CA, United States

UICC’s three global events offer a unique opportunity to engage with a global audience, strengthen networks and show commitment to reducing the global cancer burden.

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Last update

Wednesday 29 April 2026