Everyone experiencing cancer deserves care that is inclusive, affirming and culturally safe.
That's why we're proud to have partnered with the Western Sydney University Out with Cancer Study team, Androgogic and Breast Cancer Trials to develop the Cancer LGBTIQ+ Inclusivity Toolkit, now available free through EviQ Education.
LGBTIQ+ people experiencing cancer face unique psychosocial challenges and higher rates of cancer-related distress.
The evidence-based Toolkit translates the Out with Cancer research findings into practical, case-based learning to help health practitioners deliver inclusive, affirming and culturally safe cancer care. Across four learning modules, it builds knowledge and skills in:
Understanding inequity in cancer care for LGBTIQ+ people
LGBTIQ+ basics
Creating inclusive environments and safe spaces
Unique care considerations for LGBTIQ+ people experiencing cancer
The Toolkit has been formally evaluated and demonstrated significant gains in knowledge, confidence, support for LGBTIQ+ inclusivity and intention to engage in inclusive practice.
We're proud to support initiatives that help ensure every person experiencing cancer feels seen, respected and supported throughout their care.
Access the free Cancer LGBTIQ+ Inclusivity Toolkit via EviQ Education below:
Key contributors: Prof Jane Ussher, Rosalie Power, Janette Perz, Kimberley Allison, Sam Sperring, Western Sydney University Translational Health Research Institute; A/Prof Olivia Cook; Fiona Crawford-Williams.
Communities across Australia are invited to turn their towns pink as Pink Up Your Town returns for 2026. This McGrath Foundation campaign brings people together to raise funds and ensure more people experiencing cancer can access the support of a McGrath Cancer Care Nurse.
From decorating streets to hosting local events, every community can get involved in its own way. Every splash of pink helps fund free, expert cancer care. Register your town and be part of something meaningful.
Metcash Food Supplier of the Year Awards 2026 raised $156,000 for the McGrath Foundation, helping fund McGrath Cancer Care Nurses to support people experiencing cancer.
What if something as simple as buying a garden hose could help support cancer care? This summer, Holman Industries brought that idea to life by turning a selection of their most popular gardening products pink in support of the McGrath Foundation.
It’s been a record-breaking Pink Test, with more than $11.7 million raised - the highest amount in the event’s history – enabling the McGrath Foundation to extend its care to more families facing cancer than ever before.
As Australia and England prepare to battle it out in the final Ashes Test of the series, the McGrath Foundation, with the support of Cricket Australia and the Sydney Cricket Ground, is calling on everyone to ‘Rise to the Occasion’ this NRMA Insurance Pink Test to help take its life-changing care to all cancers.
Holly Masters prepares to step down after eight years at the helm. Ryan Barlow appointed new CEO.
