In 2019, the AYA Cancer Consumer Advisory Group was formed. This group represents 20 amazing and diverse young people from across New Zealand who have had a diagnosis of cancer. They volunteer and dedicate their time to share their own lived experience and help shape the future cancer care for all young people with cancer.
The Network is committed to empowering this group to; influence and provide valuable contribution to the work and issues in AYA cancer in partnership with stakeholders, to better inform service provision, strategy, quality improvement initiatives and equitable access to high- quality medical and supportive care regardless of location.
Click here to read the AYA Cancer Consumer Advisory Group TOR
See below to meet the incredible young people committed to the AYA Cancer cause.
Chair
Chair
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The Clinical Leader is responsible for providing clinical leadership and national oversight of the network .
Heidi is a passionate and experienced health professional with a strong clinical, education and leadership background. Her enthusiasm for, and commitment to youth health has focused on improving the outcomes of youth with cancer and chronic health conditions. Previously, Heidi held the position of AYA Cancer Nurse Specialist for Auckland District Health Board. Alongside her AYA clinical leadership role she holds a youth health academic position at the University of Auckland.