Ovarian Cancer Australia is an independent national not-for-profit organisation supporting people impacted by ovarian cancer. Their focus is to provide care and support those affected by ovarian cancer and their families and advocate for them.

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Ovarian Cancer Australia is the only organisation in Australia that provides free access to specialist ovarian cancer nurses to anyone affected by ovarian cancer, no matter where they live. They also provide access to free evidence-based holistic support programs that address unmet needs women experience once diagnosed.

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Their specialist advocacy team works directly with the government, taking a bipartisan approach, engaging with advisory bodies, and collaborating with other changemakers in the ovarian cancer space. Their goal is to update policies and procedures, ensuring access to optimal care and directing large-scale funding to create better outcomes for people with ovarian cancer.

“To save lives and ensure that no woman with ovarian cancer walks alone.”

Their Clinical Services Team includes psychologists, social workers, and exercise and nutrition experts to provide holistic support and guidance.

They also provide free evidence-based support programs that address unmet needs women experience once diagnosed. Research tells us that women with access to these support services achieve a greater sense of well-being and mental health than women who are not referred and may or may not be in crisis.

Ovarian Cancer Australia wants all women to have access to these support services, so funding is needed to grow their team and resources.

“We want ALL women to have access to these support services…” Ovarian Cancer Australia

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