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Cancer Voices Partnership

We are committed to listening and learning from the experience of our patients, their carers and their loved ones. With your help we can identify the issues that are most important to you and make sure that they are reflected in the way we work and our services.

 

The Cancer Voices Partnership (CVP) is a collaborative forum made up of patients, caregivers, and Royal Surrey staff, which gives a voice to the people directly affected by cancer and puts them at the very heart of our services.

Cancer can affect people from all walks of life regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, socio-economic status or lifestyle choices. This group aims to bring together a diverse range of people who have one thing in common, their lives have been touched by cancer. It offers a safe space where members are actively encouraged to speak freely and openly about their care and treatment to ultimately help us improve our services.

 

What are the benefits of joining?

As a Cancer Voices Ambassador, you will play a crucial role in influencing plans and initiatives at Royal Surrey Cancer Centre by contributing your unique lived experiences and perspectives.

By taking on this role, you'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact on the experience of those who will be affected by cancer in the future. Additionally, you'll gain valuable insights into the workings of the NHS, specifically around cancer care. As well as, have the opportunity to connect and collaborate with other dedicated and passionate individuals.

 

What would being an ambassador involve?

 

The way you work with us as an ambassador can be personalised to you and based on your individual experience and needs.

 

The role will involve the following:

 

  •  Attending online meetings and the occasional in-person session.

 

  • Championing the voice of people living with and beyond cancer.

 

  • Working on projects with our team and bringing your unique perspective to the discussion.

 

  • Helping to produce and review documents aimed at our patients and their loved ones.

 

  • Evaluating the success of initiatives.

 

  • Becoming a link between our cancer teams and the community.

 

In practically terms we will need you to:

 

  • Commit to helping the centre for a minimum of eight hours per year and up to 36 hours.

 

What skills or experience do you need?

 

  • You have been treated at Royal Surrey Cancer Centre or have cared for someone who has been diagnosed with cancer in the last 10 years (this must be in an unpaid capacity).

 

  • You would feel confident sharing the views of people whose lives are affected by cancer.

 

  • You are willing to share your thoughts on a range of topics, including the development of services.

 

  • You would be comfortable evaluating a range of information and evidence.