{"id":501,"date":"2021-02-26T21:28:59","date_gmt":"2021-02-26T13:28:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gcbcoa.org\/?page_id=501"},"modified":"2025-08-30T10:50:42","modified_gmt":"2025-08-30T02:50:42","slug":"other-seminars","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/gcbcoa.org\/en\/international-activities\/other-seminars\/","title":{"rendered":"Other International Conferences & Seminars"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

2025 Event highlights<\/strong><\/mark><\/strong><\/strong><\/mark><\/strong><\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2025.06.06 “Asia-Pacific Chinese Breast Cancer Organizations Exchange Forum” in Taiwan<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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GCBC Chairman Mary Wong participated in the “Asia-Pacific Chinese Breast Cancer Organizations Exchange Forum”, hosted by the Taiwan Breast Cancer Alliance. Together with representatives from Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia, and Singapore, she engaged in meaningful discussions on key issues in breast cancer prevention and treatment, fostering regional collaboration to support patients and advance awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Highlights from the Exchange Forum:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The forum facilitated in-depth discussions on breast cancer screening policies, incidence rates, and mortality trends across different regions, alongside public awareness and attitudes toward prevention. Participants also exchanged insights on enhancing screening accessibility, optimizing healthcare resource allocation, and addressing challenges in government subsidies and patient support services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The expert academic session featured cutting-edge advancements, ranging from 3D ultrasound screening technologies to psychosocial support frameworks for patients. These presentations provided invaluable inspiration for future initiatives in breast cancer care and advocacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2024 Event highlights<\/strong><\/mark><\/strong><\/strong><\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2024.12.6-8 ESMO Patient Engagement Summit (PES) Singapore<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Steering Committee member Staphnie Tang attended the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) – Patient Engagement Summit in Singapore, the Summit aim at bringing together patient advocates, healthcare professionals, and industry representatives to advance patient engagement, foster education, and strengthen networks to shape impactful health policy in the Asia-Pacific region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2024.11.13-14 “Patient Advocacy Summit – Asia” in Tokyo<\/strong><\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In mid-November, Chairman Mary Wong attended the “Patient Advocacy Summit – Asia” in Tokyo, Japan. This significant gathering brought together cancer patient advocates from across the Asia-Pacific region, including representatives from Beijing, Wenzhou, Shanghai, Zhengzhou, Taiwan, Singapore, Japan, and South Korea. The summit served as a platform to share valuable experiences, foster collaboration, and strengthen regional advocacy networks for cancer patients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the conference, participants engaged in in-depth discussions on enhancing patient influence in healthcare decision-making, with a strong emphasis on the critical role of partnerships in driving meaningful change. Ms. Wong shared GCBC\u2019s successful case studies in amplifying patient voices through grassroots networks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, she led an interactive workshop on integrating patient perspectives and needs into policy and decision-making processes. This dynamic session not only facilitated mutual learning but also reinforced the power of collective action among all attendees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2024.09.17- 19 World Cancer Congress \u2013 Advocating for Policy Change in the Asia-Pacific<\/strong><\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The 2024 World Cancer Congress (WCC), held from September 17\u201319 in Geneva, Switzerland, was organized by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) with support from the WHO. The event gathered over 2,000 experts, physicians, patient advocates, and policymakers from 122 countries to exchange knowledge and advance discussions on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Cancer prevention & early detection<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Innovations in treatment<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Global equity in care access<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    As an invited speaker, GCBC Chairman Mary Wong delivered a presentation titled “Lived Experiences of Patient Advocacy and Policy Change in the Asia-Pacific Region,” sharing insights on Hong Kong\u2019s community-driven efforts in drug approvals and cancer policy reform. Her discussion highlighted strategies to accelerate progress in cancer prevention and care through patient-led advocacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2024.11.16-17 World Health Organization (WHO) \u00a0Meeting in Switzerland \u2013 Co-Creeating Cancer Priorities 2030<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    From September 16\u201317, 2024,  GCBC Chairman Mary Wong attended the World Health Organization (WHO) meeting in Switzerland, themed *”Co-Creating Cancer Priorities 2030″<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The meeting brought together 120 cancer patient advocates and emerging patient leaders to focus on three key themes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Government priorities in cancer control<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Collaboration between patients and stakeholders<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Innovative engagement of NGOs and the private sector<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Ms. Wong seized this global platform to amplify the voices of Chinese-speaking cancer patients, ensuring their unique challenges were recognized in international policy dialogues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      2024.05.25 Shenzhen “525 Love Your Breast Day” & Launch Ceremony of the 10th Global Chinese Breast Cancer Organizations Alliance Conference<\/strong><\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      On May 25, 2024, GCBC Chairman Mary Wong and Service Director Wendy were invited to Shenzhen as keynote speakers for the forum “Philanthropy and Social Sustainability under the ESG Framework.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      The event also marked the official launch ceremony for the 10th Global Chinese Breast Cancer Organizations Alliance Conference (10GC) to be held in 2025. Ms. Wong presented the official confirmation letter to Ms. Wu Hongxuan, Chairperson of Shenzhen Pink Ribbon, symbolizing the beginning of preparations for this landmark event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Centered around the theme “Pink Ribbon, Let Love Bloom,” the forum brought together experts, scholars, and community leaders to discuss:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Sustainable development of public welfare initiatives<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Breast health screening and scientific prevention<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Early detection and treatment advocacy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        The program was structured around five key pillars:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • “Solidarity in Love” – Community empowerment<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • “Advocating Health” – Prevention awareness<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • “Dedication of Honor” – Recognizing contributions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • “Gathering Warmth” – Support networks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • “Building the Future” – Long-term strategies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          The event was livestreamed to maximize its reach, reinforcing the message of “early prevention, early detection, and early treatment” as the pathway to comprehensive breast health management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          2023 Event highlights<\/strong><\/mark><\/strong><\/strong><\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

          2023.5.10-11 UICC Regional Dialogues \u2013 Asia-Pacific: Advancing Women’s Cancer Prevention in Manila<\/strong><\/strong><\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          The two-day Union International Cancer Control (UICC) Regional Dialogue for Asia-Pacific was held on May 10-11, in Manila, focusing on critical women’s cancers such as cervical and breast cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Service Director Wendy, representing the GCBC, delivered a compelling presentation on:  Innovative strategies to promote breast health awareness<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          GCBC\u2019s groundbreaking success of the “One-Minute Health Challenge” world record campaign, demonstrating the power of community engagement in prevention efforts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          An official invitation to the 9th Global Chinese Breast Cancer Organizations Alliance Conference this October in Xi’an \u2013 a pivotal gathering for advancing regional collaboration,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          This dialogue served as an important platform to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Strengthen multi-sectoral approaches to women’s cancer control<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Share evidence-based interventions for early detection<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Foster partnerships across the Asia-Pacific region<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            GCBC participation underscored its leadership in transforming breast cancer advocacy into measurable public health impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            “Love for Life” New Life Symposium: Global Chinese Breast Cancer Alliance Collaborates with Singapore Breast Cancer Foundation to Support Women’s Health<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            2023.3.28 \u201cLove for Life\u201d Singapore<\/strong><\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            In celebration of International Women\u2019s Month, the Singapore Breast Cancer Foundation (BCF) joined the Global Chinese Breast Cancer Organizations Alliance to co-organize the “Love for Life” New Life Chinese Symposium. The event brought together medical experts and survivors from across the Chinese-speaking world to discuss post-treatment recovery, emotional resilience, and rebuilding life after breast cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Cross-Border Dialogue: Medical Expertise & Survivor Wisdom:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            The symposium featured two distinguished speakers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Dr. Guan Jinghong (Breast Surgeon, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing): Shared the latest medical insights on breast cancer treatment and recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Ms. Huang Shufang (Chairperson, Taiwan Breast Cancer Alliance): Spoke from a survivor\u2019s perspective on community support, self-empowerment, and reclaiming life after diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Through personal stories, expert advice, and interactive discussions, the event provided practical guidance on physical recovery, emotional well-being, and societal reintegration, with a focus on challenges unique to Chinese-speaking women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            2022 Event highlights<\/strong><\/mark><\/strong><\/strong><\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

            2022.11.16 The<\/strong> Future of Cancer Care: Highlights from the 3rd Asia Healthcare Week<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            2022.10.20 2022 World Cancer Congress<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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